Aloe vera has long been known for its burns away, skin care and beauty products. However, when talking about drinking aloe vera juice to lower blood pressure, experts say that there is currently no strong enough scientific evidence to confirm this effect.
No human evidence
Antonette Hardie, Master of Nutritional Sciences, expert at Wexner Medical Center, Ohio State University (USA), affirmed: "There is no convincing evidence that drinking aloe vera juice affects blood pressure in humans".
She said that some animal studies suggest that aloe vera juice can help lower blood pressure and reduce blood fat, but this mechanism has not been proven in humans.
According to Hardie, aloe vera contains phytosterols and antioxidants, plant compounds that can reduce inflammation, supporting the regulation of blood sugar and cholesterol. These factors can indirectly affect blood pressure, but their direct effects have not been confirmed.
Research is still limited
Yasi Ansari, Master of Nutritional Sciences, expert at UCLA Health (USA), commented: "We still do not have a firm conclusion on the impact of aloe vera juice on cardiovascular health and blood pressure".
Some small studies have shown that aloe vera juice can help reduce cholesterol in people with prediabetes or untreated diabetes, while affecting blood sugar. However, there is no clear data to prove the ability to directly lower blood pressure.
Ansari emphasized that more long-term, high-quality research with unified dosage is needed to determine the real impact of aloe vera.
Should you try drinking aloe vera juice?
According to Hardie, if you want to try it, you should start with a small amount, about 30 - 60 ml per day and monitor your body's reaction. Do not drink more than 240 ml (8 ounces) per day as it can cause diarrhea or digestive disorders.
Ansari believes that aloe vera juice is not an alternative to medicine or a healthy lifestyle: Although it has potential, aloe vera cannot be considered a treatment for high blood pressure. Focus on a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and follow medical instructions.
Aloe vera juice contains many beneficial compounds, but there is no clear scientific evidence about its ability to lower blood pressure in humans. If you are curious, you can try it in small amounts and always consult your doctor, especially if you have cardiovascular disease or are taking medication.
