Cape Aloe Leaf: Benefits, Uses & Detoxification - [Your Brand]

Cape aloe, native to South Africa, is a medicinal herb used to cleanse and detoxify the digestive tract. The plant may grow as tall as 12 feet high and its leaves contain a soothing gel that has anti-inflammatory properties. Cape aloe is sold as a topical gel or in capsule form as a dietary supplement.

Detoxification Properties

• Taken in capsule form, cape aloe leaf acts as a laxative, removing poisons from the digestive tract while supporting beneficial bacteria. Its detoxification properties will produce a bowel movement 8 to 12 hours after ingestion.

Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Aging

• Cape aloe leaf gel has anti-inflammatory properties and is utilized to treat arthritis and minor aches and pains. The plant's gel is also used topically in anti-aging creams, lotions, health and beauty products.

Contraindications

• Ingesting cape aloe leaf may result in loose stools or a mucus-like gel in the stool. Pregnant and nursing women should not take supplements that include cape aloe leaf without first consulting a physician.