Weight loss has become an increasingly important element of a healthy lifestyle in the wake of growing obesity concerns. At the same time, aloe vera has found increasing support in literature as a solution to obesity and overweight problems. Aloe vera demonstrates anti-obesity effects and aids in weight loss in several ways.
Improves Metabolism
Aloe vera accelerates metabolism and enables the body to burn excessive fat. The process helps control the buildup of excessive fats in the body and prevents obesity. The increased breakdown of excessive fats when one takes aloe vera juice also assists in keeping weight in check.
Studies have shown that aloe vera helps in the regulation of lipid metabolism in the liver and distribution of fatty acids in the body.
There is also another study that has demonstrated that aloe vera plays a key role in reducing intra-abdominal or belly fat.
Boosts Blood Sugar Control
Additionally, aloe vera facilitates blood sugar regulation in the body. It particularly eliminates the excessive sugars that would have otherwise been converted into fatty acids and stored in the adipose tissue as fat.
Proper blood glucose regulation also prevents excessive hunger or cravings that often contribute to weight gain. Evidence indicates that taking 2 tablespoons of aloe vera everyday for a period of two weeks leads to a significant reduction in blood glucose.
Side Effects
Although aloe vera might help in weight loss based on the mechanisms outlined above, it can cause several side effects. First, it contains aloin, a strong and naturally occurring compound that acts as a laxative.
Aloin can promote the loss of water weight. At the same time, this compound can cause diarrhea, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalance. Aloe vera is also likely to cause abdominal cramps.
Precautions
Caution is necessary when using fresh aloe vera for weight loss. In particular, the removal of latex, a colorless part of the aloe vera leaf between the gel and the outer skin, is recommended.
This part of the leaf is responsible for abdominal cramps and diarrhea that often accompany the use of aloe vera. It is also responsible for the bitter taste in aloe vera.
However, the aloe vera gel is safe for use. The addition of this gel to shakes, smoothies, salads, or soups makes it easier to ingest. One or two tablespoons of the aloe vera gel daily is sufficient for various health benefits, including weight loss.
If you want to explore more benefits of aloe vera with a focus on skin care, wound healing, acne management, and others, please check out Six Proven Health Benefits of Aloe Vera.
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And so great for burns too! Nice job here!
Yes, aloe vera is very beneficial when applied wounds and burns because of its antimicrobial properties.
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Love aloe Vera and we have plant at home also, that’s so amazing to use and u get alot of benefits
Yes, having an aloe vera plant at home enables you to easily tap into its many benefits.
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Love this post, I think aloe vera is so underrated. I remember my grandma using it for so many things and always encouraging us to use it.
Thank you! I agree with you most people do not appreciate the benefits of aloe vera. Obviously, you grandma understood its many health benefits, which is why she encouraged you to use it.
Wow I had no idea aloe vera could also be used for weight loss. Interesting
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Well many congratulations! My wife, Jean, and I are vegans (plus the odd fish from time to time) and do our best to stay fit and healthy. We go to the local gym Monday and Wednesday and I ride my bike every other day. I say this only to emphasise how important we regard being as fit as we can be. I shall be 76 in 10 days and Jean will be 72 in three weeks.
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It is great to know sharing such informations. I would love sharing as well soonest.
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Ty it’s such an easy plant to keep too. Even if it breaks it is useful to rub on burns. It’s good to keep an aloe vera in the kitchen.
It is described as a wonder plant! Known for itshealthy benefits. Thanks for your post. Enjoyed it..
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Hey, i need some recipes with Aloe vera, can anyone share it here pls
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Thank you for this awesome post, Little did I know that Aloe Vera works for weightloss also. will try that for my Mum.
I am wondering how multipurpose this plant is!
Aloe vera has very many benefits because of its medicinal properties. You should check my post on “health benefits of aloe vera” for more information.
Informative article 👍👌
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I know that Aloe vera is use for a treat burn wound on skin, as well as for treatment as facial. But I never knew it helps for weight loss. Thanks for sharing that information. Keep it up!!
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Aloe Vera..no doubt it’s a wonderful plant that helps us many ways to get better health. We can get back to active health if we consume this one plant extract on a regular basis! no gimmicks, no diet plans nor do we require hard workouts… Aloe removes all the stubborn wastes and toxins from our body. Go for Aloe, Get back your Healthy metabolism!