You probably know aloe vera from its soothing gel or skincare creams: burns, cuts, scarring... But there's another way to enjoy it that many people haven't tried yet: drinking it. Taken in the right amount (about a tablespoon a day), aloe vera juice can become part of your daily wellness routine. That said, not all aloe vera juices on the market are equal: purity, how they're made and, above all, the absence of aloin make the difference between a good product and one to avoid.
In this article, we look at the benefits attributed to drinking aloe vera, how to take it safely, and what to check on the label before you buy.
In short
- Drinking aloe vera juice provides vitamins, amino acids and minerals, and is traditionally associated with digestive wellbeing.
- Aloin, found inside the leaf, must be removed during production: a good juice will state this clearly on its label.
- The usual dose is around 20–30 ml a day (roughly a tablespoon), ideally on an empty stomach. For prolonged use, it's worth checking with a healthcare professional first.
Why drink aloe vera? The benefits it's credited with
Aloe vera is best known for its use in skincare, but taken in the right proportions it can offer other benefits too. The plant contains around 20 amino acids — eight of them essential to the body — along with vitamins (A, B, C) and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. It's this nutritional richness, rather than any promise of a cure, that makes a good aloe vera juice a worthwhile addition to a varied, balanced diet.
Taking a tablespoon of aloe vera juice a day helps support digestive balance, which is why many people build it into their routine, often before meals.
Aloe vera juice or drink: what are you actually drinking?
Not everything sold as “aloe vera to drink” is the same thing. A pure juice can contain between 95% and 98% aloe vera, with a liquid texture and just a preservative and an antioxidant as added ingredients. Then there are commercial aloe vera drinks, with a much lower proportion of plant extract — usually between 5% and 30% — and sugar, flavourings or sweeteners among the first ingredients: pleasant enough as an occasional soft drink, but a long way from a genuine wellness ally.
To tell them apart, just check the label: the higher up “Aloe barbadensis leaf juice” appears in the ingredients list, the higher the actual proportion of plant. If water or sugar top the list, what you're holding is an aloe vera drink, not a true aloe vera juice.
Aloin: the detail that separates a good juice from a poor one
Aloin is a bitter, yellowish compound found inside the aloe leaf (the layer just beneath the rind), not in the clear pulp normally used in cosmetics and food. In large amounts it has a strong laxative effect and can irritate the digestive system, which is why a good juice must be made from the inner gel of the leaf and put through a filtering process that removes it.
This is also why a homemade or lightly processed aloe vera gel isn't recommended for drinking: without that filtering, the risk of residual aloin is far higher. EU regulations set very strict limits on aloin in food supplements, and responsible manufacturers work well within those limits, stating this clearly on the packaging. Our Bialoe juice, made with 99.17% organic aloe vera juice grown in the Canary Islands and cold-stabilised, contains no aloin and keeps the plant's active compounds intact.
How to drink aloe vera: dosage, timing and duration
How much a day? For Bialoe juice, the recommendation is 30ml a day (about a tablespoon), taken neat or diluted in water or juice. Shake the bottle well before use and don't exceed the dose stated on the label. Avoid mixing it with hot drinks; a lukewarm or cold drink is always the better choice.
Morning on an empty stomach, or before bed? Most people prefer to take it on an empty stomach, working it into their routine before breakfast. It can also be taken before meals if the aim is to support digestion. The important thing is to keep a consistent time so it becomes a genuine habit.
Can you drink it every day? Yes, within the recommended dose. It's a simple routine: shake the bottle well, measure out 30ml (roughly a tablespoon) and drink it neat or diluted in water or juice. If you plan to take it continuously for several weeks — what many people call a “course” — it's best to check with a healthcare professional first.
Precautions worth knowing before drinking aloe vera
Before adding aloe vera to your routine, bear a few basic precautions in mind. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, drinking it isn't recommended without medical advice. It isn't recommended for children either, without guidance from a healthcare professional. And if you're on any medication — for diabetes or blood thinners, for example — check with your GP or pharmacist first, as aloe vera can interact with certain medicines.
Bialoe, the pure aloe vera juice from the Canary Islands
At Atlantia, we make Bialoe from filleted organic aloe vera leaves, grown in the Canary Islands and extracted at our facilities in Tenerife, which guarantees freshness and traceability from the source. It's a pure juice (99.17% aloe vera), cold-stabilised to preserve its active compounds, free from aloin, and made with very few added ingredients: just one preservative (potassium sorbate) and two acidifiers/antioxidants (citric acid and ascorbic acid). Over 90% of the ingredients and packaging are produced and sourced in Europe, and manufacturing, packing and logistics all take place in Spain.
Haven't tried Bialoe yet? Start your ritual with our pure aloe vera juice. Once opened, keep it in the fridge and use it within 30 days.
Your questions before you buy
How long does a bottle of Bialoe last?
Bialoe comes in a 500ml bottle. At the recommended dose of 30ml a day, one bottle gives you around three weeks of daily use.
What does aloe vera juice taste like, and how can I make it more palatable?
Its taste is neutral with a slightly bitter edge. If you find it hard to take neat, you can dilute it in water, fruit juice or a smoothie without losing any of its properties — and it's much more pleasant to drink.
Can I drink a cosmetic aloe vera gel?
No. Aloe vera gels made for topical use aren't formulated or controlled for oral consumption, and may contain aloin or other ingredients unsuitable for drinking. Only use products labelled as a food supplement or a drink.
How long does the juice keep once opened?
Once opened, a bottle of Bialoe should be kept in the fridge and used within 30 days to preserve its quality.
Ready to get started? Begin your ritual with Bialoe, Atlantia's pure aloe vera juice.
