aloe vera natuurlijke producten van Ecolife

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Aloe ferox Mill. Aloaceae

Aloe perryi Baker

Aloe vera (L.) N. L. Burm. (=A. barbadensis Mill.)

Aka: cape aloe

Aloe (Aloes Socrotine, etc.)

Healing juice for sunburns, scrapes, ulcers and more

The bitter, mucilaginous sap of the leaves is used as a soothing, healing juice. It is used externally on skin problems including wounds, rashes and burns. Several ounces at a time may be consumed internally for ulcers, arthritis or as a laxative. It builds the immune system and is helpful for degenerative conditions. Its viscous fiber lowers bowel transit time, absorbs bowel toxins and regulates colonic bacteria.

Careful processing avoids loss of important nutrients. The leaf is sliced open and the bitter green outer portion is removed. The liquid gel is collected. Vitamin C and sodium benzoate are used to preserve the juice.

Aloe vera is rich nutritionally as well. It contains 18 amino acids, vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, niacinamide, choline and more.

Aloe vera is easy to grow indoors. It's nice to have around for decoration and minor emergencies.

Part: Juice/Gel

Part: mucilaginous leaf gel from parenchymatious leaf cells

Aloe Vera Gel is hard to beat for sunburns and other minor skin damage and irritations. It spreads on and penetrates quickly. Use generously and keep the skin moist.

The non-sticky gel form can be produced by adding Irish moss extract which is also good for the skin.

Internal use: Generally safe for appropriate consumption.

External use: May delay wound healing following laparotomy or caesarean delivery
Tyler, V. 1994. Herbs of Choice. Binghamton, NY: Pharmaceutical Products Press.

Pizzorno, J.E. and M.T. Murray. 1992. A Textbook of Natural Medicine. Seattle: John Bastyr Publications.

The leaf gel is commonly consumed in quantity as a cleansing juice preparation. It does not act as a strong cathartic like the dried juice from the pericyclic region of the leaves, which is a distinct product from a different region of the leaves.

Part: Whole Leaf ( Hele Blad Aloe Vera )

The whole leaf (including the green part) provides a greater concentration of mucopolysacharides (7,000 mg/liter) than regular filleted aloe vera. It is an even more potent form of the classic soothing, healing juice.

A new process is used in some products so that the aloin from the green part is removed because it is a violent purgative. This should make it safe for use by just about anyone.

Use externally for moisturizing and healing.

To use internally, some recommend mixing 1 ounce in 8 ounces of pure water. However, others recommend that although it is OK to take a little water to "rinse" the mouth afterwards, do not dilute by drinking beverages for about a half hour before or after using aloe vera.

Aloe Vera, especially the concentrated form, builds the immune system and is helpful for degenerative conditions.

Part: Dried juice.

Aloe sp. Dry sap strongly warms hepatic activity.
Aloe sp. Dry sap strongly warms lower GI activity.
Aloe sp. Dry sap strongly warms reproductive system function.
Aloe sp. Dry sap weakly warms lower urinary activity.
Aloe sp. Dry sap weakly warms skin activity.
Aloe sp. Dry sap weakly warms upper GI activity.
Aloe sp. Dry sap weakly cools musculoskeletal function.
Aloe sp. Dry sap weakly cools renal activity.
Moore, M. 1995. Herbal Energetics Charts, Southwest School of Botanical Medicine

Capsules, a single #0 or #00.
Tincture [1:10, 50% alcohol] 15-60 drops.

Use with antispasmodic such as Acorus or Angelica.

Caution: Not appropriate in pregnancy.

Availability: This herb is wildcrafted and cultivated.
Moore, M. 1995. Herbal Materia Medica 5.0, Southwest School of Botanical Medicine

ALOE (Aloes Socrotine, etc.) Caution: Pharmacokinetic. Can alter GI absorption of drugs.

ALOE (Aloes Socrotine, etc.) is a uterine vasodilator and is contraindicated in pregnancy.

ALOE (Aloes Socrotine, etc.) may be present in milk and is contraindicated during lactation.

ALOE (Aloes Socrotine. etc.) is a cathartic/sacral irritant and is contraindicated in pregnancy.

Moore, M. 1995. Herb/Medicine Contraindications, Southwest School of Botanical Medicine

Specific indications: ALOE

Atonic colon with mucus in feces, difficult defecation, but without inflammation or fissures.
Amenorrhea with constipation.
Moore, M. 1994. Specific Indications for Herbs in General Use, Southwest School of Botanical Medicine

Contraindications of dried leaf exudate

The following information does not apply to aloe gel or juice.

The green part of the leaf contains anthranoid derivatives (aloins) which are harsh abdominal stimulants. These stimulants can aggravate inflammatory stomach and bowel diseases including ulcerative colitis, Crohn's and hemorrhoids.

This material should not be used by children under 12 due to the potential for excessive diarrhea, dehydration and loss of electrolytes. Adults should not use for more than 8-10 days because the over-stimulation can produce a loss of peristalsis.

Increases blood flow to the uterus and can aggravate excessive uterine bleeding or increase the potential for abortion.

Nursing mothers can pass these chemicals to their child and produce intestinal purging in the infant.

Excessive does can cause nephritis and should be avoided when there are existing kidney problems.

Drug Interactions of dried leaf exudate

The stimulant effect can reduce bowel transit time and produce water and potassium loss.

Diuretics can increase the amount of lost potassium.

Potassium loss can increase the toxicity of cardiac glycosides such as those in Digitalis.

Oral drugs may have reduced absorption due to decreased transit time.

Internal Use ( Juice and Gel )

Not for use during pregnancy unless otherwise directed by a qualified practitioner.
Bensky, D. and A. Gamble. 1986. Chinese Herbal Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press, Inc.
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Chadha, Y.R. et al., eds. 1952-88. The Wealth of India (Raw Materials), 11 vols. New Delhi: Publications and Information Directorate, CSIR.
Roth, L. et al. 1984. Giftpflanzen, Pflanzengifte [Poisonous plants and plant toxins]. Munich: Ecomed.
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Weiss, R.F. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.
Yeung, H. 1985. Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, volume 1. Los Angeles: Institute of Chinese Medicine.

Not for use while nursing unless otherwise directed by a qualified practitioner.
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.

Contraindicated in intestinal obstruction, abdominal pain of unknown origin, or any inflammatory condition of the intestines (appendicitis, colitis, Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome, etc.)
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
De Smet, P.A.G.M. et al., eds. 1993. Adverse Effects of Herbal Drugs 2. New York: Springer-Verlag.
Felter, H.W. and J.U. Lloyd. 1898. King’s American Dispensatory. Cincinnati: The Ohio Valley Co.
Reynolds, J.E., ed. 1989. Martindale: The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 29th ed. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.

Contraindicated in hemorrhoids
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Felter, H.W. and J.U. Lloyd. 1898. King’s American Dispensatory. Cincinnati: The Ohio Valley Co.
List, P.H. and L. Hörhammer. 1973-’79. Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 7 vols. New York: Springer-Verlag.
Roth, L. et al. 1984. Giftpflanzen, Pflanzengifte [Poisonous plants and plant toxins]. Munich: Ecomed.
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.

Contraindicated in kidney dysfunction
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.

Contraindicated in menstruation
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.

Contraindicated in children less than 12 years of age
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
De Smet, P.A.G.M. et al., eds. 1993. Adverse Effects of Herbal Drugs 2. New York: Springer-Verlag.

Not for use in excess of 8-10 days
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
De Smet, P.A.G.M. et al., eds. 1993. Adverse Effects of Herbal Drugs 2. New York: Springer-Verlag.
Leung, A.Y. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics, 2nd ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Weiss, R.F. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.

Standard Dose: 50-300 mg in a single dose at bedtime
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Revised by E.M. Williamson and F.J. Evans. Potter’s New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Essex, England: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.
Federal Register. 1985. 50 FR2124 et seq. (Jan. 15).

Stimulant Laxative
Bensky, D. and A. Gamble. 1986. Chinese Herbal Medicine. Seattle: Eastland Press, Inc.
Blumenthal, M., ed.; S. Klein, trans. 1993. Therapeutic Monographs on Medicinal Plants for Human Use of the Commission E Special Expert Committee, Federal Health Agency, Germany (Draft). Austin: American Botanical Council.
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Chadha, Y.R. et al., eds. 1952-88. The Wealth of India (Raw Materials), 11 vols. New Delhi: Publications and Information Directorate, CSIR.
De Smet, P.A.G.M. et al., eds. 1993. Adverse Effects of Herbal Drugs 2. New York: Springer-Verlag.
Felter, H.W. and J.U. Lloyd. 1898. King’s American Dispensatory. Cincinnati: The Ohio Valley Co.
Hsu, H. 1986. Oriental Materia Medica, A Concise Guide. Long Beach: Oriental Healing Arts.
Leung, A.Y. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics, 2nd ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Reynolds, J.E., ed. 1989. Martindale: The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 29th ed. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Roth, L. et al. 1984. Giftpflanzen, Pflanzengifte [Poisonous plants and plant toxins]. Munich: Ecomed.
Van Hellemont, J. 1986. Compendium de Phytotherapie. Bruxelles, Belgique: Association Pharmaceutique Belge.
Weiss, R.F. 1988. Herbal Medicine. Beaconsfield, England: Beaconsfield Publishers Ltd.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Revised by E.M. Williamson and F.J. Evans. Potter’s New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Essex, England: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.
Yeung, H. 1985. Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, volume 1. Los Angeles: Institute of Chinese Medicine.

See Stimulant Laxatives.

Overdose (stated at as little as 1.0 gram per day for several days) can cause colonic perforation and bleeding diarrhea, as well as kidney damage, and according to one reference, death
Bradley, P.R., ed. 1992. British Herbal Compendium, volume 1. Dorset: British Herbal Medicine Association.
Leung, A.Y. and S. Foster. 1996. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics, 2nd ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
List, P.H. and L. Hörhammer. 1973-’79. Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 7 vols. New York: Springer-Verlag.
Reynolds, J.E., ed. 1989. Martindale: The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 29th ed. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Wichtl, M. and N.G. Bisset, eds. 1994. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Revised by E.M. Williamson and F.J. Evans. Potter’s New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Essex, England: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.
Yeung, H. 1985. Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, volume 1. Los Angeles: Institute of Chinese Medicine.

Aloe is generally considered obsolete as a laxative, as it is a less desirable agent for laxation than other available substances
Reynolds, J.E., ed. 1989. Martindale: The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 29th ed. London: The Pharmaceutical Press.
Hoover, J.E., Managing ed. 1970. Remington's Pharmaceutical Sciences, 14th ed. Easton, PA: Mack Publishing Company.

AHPA recommends the following label for products containing this herb in sufficient quantity to warrant such labeling: “Do not use this product if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea, Consult a health care provider prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing. Discontinue use in the event of diarrhea or watery stools. Do not exceed recommended dose. Not for long-term use.”

Part: Juice/Gel ( Aloe Vera Drink of Pulp )