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Aloe Vera Tea / Infusion

A traditional tea preparation using Aloe Vera (Aloe ferox), addressing skin health, constipation, wound healing.

teasafrican-traditional-medicineBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: Brew fresh; dried herb keeps 6–12 months stored airtightDosage: 1–3 cups daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Skin HealthConstipationWound HealingDigestive IssuesBurns

Ingredients

  • Aloe Vera — As needed

Instructions

  1. Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Aloe Vera in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Cover while steeping.
  3. Strain and drink.

Interactions & contraindications

Aloe Vera

Full profile
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
  • Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established

Diuretics, digoxin

Oral aloe (especially the latex) has a laxative/diuretic effect that can worsen potassium loss.

Diabetes medications

May enhance blood-sugar-lowering effects.