NOW Foods Supplements, Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) 10,000 mg, Supports Digestive Health*, 250 Softgels

I found out by way of diagnosis with an autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimoto's autoimmune thyroiditis) that I had intestinal hyperpermeability (i.e. "leaky gut"). My holistic physician and a book she recommended by Dr. Isabella Wentz on Hashimoto's taught me that "leaky gut: is one of the conditions that is almost always required to be present for autoimmunity to develop, or else it results after the fact. I would never have known, because the only GI signs I had were a months history of gradual onset acid reflux (which I had never had before) and what I decided were early onset of low stomach acid and new slight lactose intolerance. To treat the reflux which I saw as a symptom of the leaky gut I used prilosec at high doses as a very temporary measure to get a handle on things until I got my leaky gut headed in the right direction. I did this first with high dose probiotics (Hyperbiotics PRO-15 regular strength 5 billion cfu multiple strain "pearls") three times a day for a month (after a month I tried to reduce to a normal dose of one "pearl" per day and found this wasn't enough, so I switched to Hyperbiotics PRO-15 Advanced Strength 15 billion cfu time-release tablets, which I have been taking once daily since then) and then added broad spectrum digestive enzymes including gluten-digest and dairy-digest also (all NOW brand). Then I added Nature's Way licorice root 1 capsule three times a day with meals and NOW Aloe Vera gel caps 2 gels three times a day with meals along with the amino acid L-glutamine (Jarrow), which directly feeds the enterocytes, 2 tablets three times a day to address the leaky gut further, and I noticed after 2-3 weeks of this combination a definite improvement in how my GI tract overall felt, and noticed I was better absorbing my food and my vitamins, minerals, and other supplements.Another useful hint I used D-limonene (Jarrow) to stop my acid reflux almost completely taking just one soft gel a day and tapered off the prilosec completely within 1-2 weeks. After that the other changes I made to help my intestines, especially the licorice and the aloe, also kept the acid reflux under control. The last thing I got brave enough to try was Betaine Hcl with Pepsin (NOW brand) to correct for low stomach acid, another common cause of acid reflux and maldigestion and malabsorption as well as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, which I strongly suspected I had had due to my rapid response to only the high dose probiotics in the beginning. It takes me anywhere from 1-3 capsules of Betaine Hcl to appropriately digest a small to large meal, depending on how much protein there is, but the extra acid definitely helps, believe it or not, and got me off prilosec for good..I do believe the licorice, the aloe vera, and the L-glutamine have been an essential part in beginning to heal my leaky gut. I have not changed my diet except to try to eat as healthy as possible, If I have to I will, but given how much better I feel in my GI tract, I find it hard to believe that I have a serious food intolerance problem at least so far. I do think the licorice, the aloe vera, and L-glutamine have formed the core of my treatment of my intestinal hyperpermeability, even without much diet changes, and they are more integral to my healing than I thought at first. I am still taking all the supplements I have mentioned during this narrative, plus I added slippery elm (NOW) for extra support to prevent acid reflux, along with many others for other reasons, but I just had no idea how essential the direct healing herbals were for my intestines. At first I was going to take those first three for a month or two, expected to notice no difference and so then planned to stop, having done my due diligence.. Now, although I don't plan to be on them forever, I fully expect it to be a number of months minimum that I am on this regimen, until I feel my "leaky gut" has healed.I highly recommend this product and some form of this regimen to anyone who is attempting to treat their own situation with intestinal hyperpermeability, "leaky gut",or anyone who thinks they "just" have GERD or IBS or Celiac or any other intestinal disorder. Be aware that your problem may run deeper than you think, and don't expect just one supplement, or even several, to solve everything. Good strong high quality probiotics (like Hyperbiotics) and good broad spectrum digestive enzymes should be at the core of the management of almost any GI problem, even though they might not solve it alone. With me, it was noticing the distinct effects of the L-Glutamine especially that to me confirmed the "leaky gut" hypothesis/diagnosis and I was surprised how much it helped, with myself having few overt GI symptoms initially.. L-glutamine is important because it is an amino acid that directly nourishes GI enterocytes, the cells lining the intestinal tract, and helps them heal the "tight junctions" they are supposed to have to prevent "leakiness," (where antigens and food and bacterial particles become exposed to the systemic circulation and create inflammation and sometimes autoimmune conditions). Licorice root will also help with adrenal fatigue, another common underlying problem, and one I suspect I also have, as well as with anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-parasitic effects in t he GI tract. These effects are also why I chose licorice root to do double duty, although DGL licorice does not have these effects (Nature's Way Licorice Root is not DGL). Finally, if you do have a simple case of intestinal upset and/or acid reflux, licorice on its own or in combination with others like the slippery elm (NOW) and marshmallow root (Nature's Way) may be all that you need to take care of the problem, especially mild IBS and GERD. And good quality Aloe Vera like NOW gel caps can do the same thing, including directly healing, sometimes on its own or in combination with any of the supplements listed above. But don't give up if one supplement such as Aloe isn't enough to "cure" you on its own.For me, the addition of the Aloe Vera helped immensely with not just soothing but initiating serious healing. I simply wanted to share all the supplements I have used and my disease process for those without the luck of having a simple problem. Even I didn't know I didn't have a simple problem, so always dig deeper for what may be the root cause of a seemingly simple problem, and take it seriously if you think you have "leaky gut" - it usually takes multiple dietary interventions and months to years to heal. I fully intend to take most of the supplements I am on for gastrointestinal health, at the core the strong probiotics, broad spectrum digestive enzymes, licorice root, slippery elm, Aloe Vera gel, and L-glutamine for many months at least. Even though things are far from perfect, I can already see signs of healing taking place, and I will take changing my diet further seriously if I have to, but so far so good.Also Aloe Vera Gel caps are hard to find, and NOW always has the highest quality. These softgels have concentrated aloe vera gel extract, so you get a lot of bang for your buck. Juice or drinking the actual gel couldn't compare in potency and both are rather disgusting. The important note here is these are made from aloe vera gel, the inner filet of the leaf only, and so don't have harsh laxative qualities like products made from whole leaf or including inner latex. This is the most important thing to be aware of when choosing an aloe supplement. And the NOW Aloe Vera gel caps are small and easy to swallow. For all these reasons I highly recommend these NOW Aloe Vera Gels for whatever your needs may be, especially GI soothing and healing. I am going to continue purchasing and taking this supplement from this brand for the forseeable future. Highly recommend!!

I received these Aloe Vera Gels in two days and have been using now for weeks. I love these pills as they are small and easy to swallow and seem to work just as well as the Aloe Vera Juice I was using. I was drinking Organic Aloe Vera Juice every morning 2oz and every night before bed on an empty stomach to aid in healing acid reflux and GURD. After a few months both myself and my Daughter who is just 10 yrs old no longer had acid reflux being on the Aloe Juice. On my last upper endoscopy the doctor asked what I was doing bc I had not renewed my prescription drugs and he said he had seen such improvement, no inflammation in my stomach lining or esophagus. I did start to after a long period of drinking Aloe Vera Juice get loose BM, not terrible but sometimes, but I do have Inflammatory Bowel Disease, so I thought that could be just me. I found these pills as I still wanting the healing properties of aloe, but without the loose stool. These work great so far and I began giving to my 10 yr old daughter at night and she said she does not have trouble swallowing these and is not experiencing acid reflux again without drinking the juice and taking the pills in its place. My daughter and I both agree this seems to aid in the healing of the intestine as well bc we both see a difference there with not having the consistent diarrhea or loose bm. Oh I do want to say that we take our pills first thing when we wake up with just about 4ozs of water then wait for 30 minutes to eat breakfast, at night this is the last thing we take before laying down with again just 4-6 ozs of water.I am thankful we found these and I think the price is great for a great product.

The new Aloe Vera softgels from Now are dietary supplements composed of a mix of amino acids, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Each bottle comes equipped with 100 softgels with an equivalency of 10,000 mg per supplement. The glycosaminoglycans present in aloe vera regulate cell growth with a healthy skin, wound repair and added benefits of anticoagulation.The packaging of the medication has been conducted in the USA by a family-owned company with quality and sustainability adherence. GMP quality assurance of the medication ensures the manufacturing process has been tested and examined in every aspect. The directions- take 3 softgels 2-3 times a day on an empty stomach. Along with being easy to swallow, the medication is great for the guts without being accompanied by long term use induced complications or side effects.Apart from supporting the digestive health of individuals, these gels are especially useful for people with chronic acid reflux complaints. The gelatinous consistency of the medications with the aloe vera component further makes them a go-to option for people with constipation ailments. My experience of the capsules was favourable from the start to end with added advantage of the product being cost-effective. I would recommend checking the ingredients before ordering to ensure that you are not allergic to any of them and stay on the safe side

I have been reading a lot lately on the many benefits of taking Aloe Vera and decided to try supplement. After searching Amazon I found just what I was looking for (Now Aloe Vera Gels 100 soft gels) and got it for a bargain price. I also can’t believe the quick service receiving the product in only one day.For those who are seeking a product which will help your ingestion, Aloe Vera is reported to help calm inflammation, soothe aching joints, support a healthy immune system and improve brain function.Before taking any supplement you should check with your doctor to insure it is safe for you to take.Rating: 4 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Chair/Seated Tai Chi, Qigong and Yoga stretching for seniors and the physically challenged).