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Does Intake Of Aloe Vera Cause Frequent Bowel Movements?

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Posted on Thu, 13 Apr 2017
Question: I just started taking aloe vera 500 mg per day and notice I go to the bathroom more and sometimes during my bowel movements its not diarrhea but like mud. Should I stop? I have had stomach issues since I was 39. I Take VSL #3 since I was told y a stomach doctor here were traces of IBS and very little traces of Colitis.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Because it serves as a laxative as well.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

There is no point in stopping altogether. I will rather suggest you reduce the dosage. This is because Aloe vera also serves as a laxative and that’s what explains the reasons for the stools being soft/muddy and the frequency increased.

In all, reduce the dosage and do not stop it entirely.

I wish you well and keep me posted.
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Does Intake Of Aloe Vera Cause Frequent Bowel Movements?

Brief Answer: Because it serves as a laxative as well. Detailed Answer: Hi, There is no point in stopping altogether. I will rather suggest you reduce the dosage. This is because Aloe vera also serves as a laxative and that’s what explains the reasons for the stools being soft/muddy and the frequency increased. In all, reduce the dosage and do not stop it entirely. I wish you well and keep me posted.