Is Aloe Vera really safe to consume?

Nope, its not really harmful to consume Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera is considered as a medicine in Indian Ayurvedic. So, its got benefits and is not harmful to consume unless you add chemicals to it. Consume it in its natural form to avoid any harmful effects and dont consume its much quantity. As excess of anything is harmful.

I have never heard of any harmful effects, but I have heard of plenty of good effects. So I think any disadvantages would have come up by now, since aloe vera products are very popular and hyped at the moment...

They sell aloe vera drinks in Asian stores here in US. I haven't tried it yet.

At first, I thought Aloe vera is for cosmetic use only. But after I was educated about the health benefits if you take aloe vera internally, I started taking aloe vera. The effect is good, I seldom get ill and I really feel healthy and rejuvenated!

Aloe Vera has been used for ages due to its healing properties and medicinal use. But every good thing has bad aspect and Aloe Vera is not exception. Although side effects in Aloe Vera is rare but there are some Aloe Vera side effects. Side effects of drinking Aloe Vera are minor and generally don't affect people. Major side effects of using Aloe Vera: 1) Sometimes inter use of aloe vera latex may turn urine red, can cause abdominal pain, and cramps the major reason of this is consuming products having anthraquinones as one of the ingredients. 2) Sometimes it is seen that some people show mild allergic reactions , developing itching or rash conditions. 3) Sometimes aloe vera juice contains small quantity of laxative compound in aloe latex due to improper processing. Latex shows laxative effects and overuse of latex can cause electrolyte imbalances. 4) Sometimes ale latex used by pregnant women cause uterine contractions and trigger miscarriage. 5) Ale latex is not recommended for person with irritable bowel syndrome, gastrointestinal illness, colitis, intestinal obstruction, diverticulitis, appendicitis, hemorrhoids, stomach pain or ulcers. 6) It's non recommendable for children's and elderly to consume aloe latex internally. It can cause potassium loss when used with corticosteroids. 7) People taking medication, oral steroids, digoxin, diuretics for arrhythmia should avoid aloe vera. 8) Sometimes it causes electrolyte loss. and sometimes it can delay healing of major wounds. Generally side effects of aloe vera are due to overdose orlong use of aloe vera products. But it knows fact that aloe vera side effect or side effects of drinking aloe vera are very minor. Being a herbal and natural extract it's obvious that side effects of aloe vera can not be seen with great effects.

yes it's safe, aloe vera juice safe to consume if the alao vera juice is fresh and natural..aloe vera gels is one of the most nutritious and healthy foods in he world.. i had drink the juice, it's very usefull, esepecialy from the gastritis patient.

i doubt it has any harmful effects unless you added chemicals to it. You can surely find informations on the nternet regarding this. I have a bottle of aloe vera gel and it works really good.

I think it is safe but since aloe vera is a laxative, I think too much of it would cause loose stool which may not be too comfortable for you. Just take or drink as recommended. Okay?

Hi there, franne.Welcome to Mylot.:) I have done some readings/researching about Aloe vera. So far, I haven't came across to an article saying it has a negative effect. I'd say that Aloe is a miraculous plantbecause of its many benefits. you will be shocked to know how great this plant is. Here's the link to it : http://healthmad.com/beauty/the-miracle-plant-for-skin-and-internal-organs-diseases/ Have a great day.:)