Dr. Veronica, MD, explains how and why aloe vera help mediates the symptoms of acid reflux.
Aloe Vera: A natural cure for GERD and Acid reflux symptoms
April 2015
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Did you know that aloe vera could be used as a remedy for acid reflux? Well, aloe vera juice can lessen acid reflux symptoms. Aloe vera is commonly used to decrease inflammation, stimulate production of Hydrochloric acid, pancreatic enzymes, and bile. Dr. Waks explains how the chemicals and nutrients in Aloe vera can naturally alleviate GERD and acid reflux.
Dr. Veronica Waks explains what in aloe vera mediates the symptoms of acid reflux. They are:
1. Anthraquinones: are responsible for Aloe Vera’s bitter taste. Bitters will increase production of saliva, HCl and bill and pancreatic juices.
2. steroids and phytosterols. They are inti-inflammatory substances which will lessen the feeling of heartburn, which is a result of HCl intruding into the esophagus.
3. Salicylic acid. It also, helps reduce inflammation and lessens pain.