Ayurveda Initiative for Global Health

The chemical constituents of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties, which include:

– Balancing all three Doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha)
– Treating various health conditions, such as:
    – Constipation
    – Abdominal tumors
    – Spleen disorders
    – Hepatitis
    – Fever
    – Small tumors and fibroids
    – Burns
    – Bleeding disorders
    – Skin disorders, including psoriasis
    – Eye disorders
    – Vata Dosha imbalance, including neuralgia and paralysis
– Improving strength and immunity
– Acting as an aphrodisiac and improving vigor
– Promoting anti-aging and cell rejuvenation
The chemical constituents of Aloe Vera include:
– Aloe-emodin
– Aloctin A (Glycoprotein)
– Aloenin (bitter Glucoside)
– Barbaloin
– Chrysophanol Glycoside
– Galactose
– Mannose
– Aldopentose
– Aloesin
– Aloeesone
– b-sitosterol
– Alocutin A & B
The parts used are the leaves, and the dosage forms include fresh juice, aqueous extract, and leaf pulp.