Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe Polysaccharide
For the health condition: Bladder Infection
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Aloe polysaccharides, derived primarily from the inner gel of the Aloe vera plant, have a long history of use in traditional and folk medicine for a variety of ailments, including bladder and urinary tract issues. In traditional herbal practice, Aloe vera preparations were sometimes used to soothe mucosal linings and promote urinary tract health, likely due to their perceived anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. However, direct scientific evidence supporting the use of Aloe polysaccharides specifically for bladder infections (urinary tract infections, UTIs) is limited. Some laboratory studies have identified immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effects of Aloe polysaccharides, and a few small-scale studies or case reports suggest potential benefits in interstitial cystitis (a chronic bladder condition), but robust clinical trials for acute bladder infections are lacking. There is also some evidence that Aloe extracts may help reduce irritation or inflammation in the urinary tract, but these effects have not been conclusively linked to the prevention or treatment of infection. Overall, the use of Aloe polysaccharides for bladder infection remains primarily rooted in traditional use, with insufficient scientific validation to support routine or primary use for this condition.
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Other health conditions supported by Aloe Polysaccharide
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Acid Indigestion
Aging (prevention)
Arthritis
Bites and Stings
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Colitis
Constipation (adults)
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Eczema
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hepatitis
Herpes
Indigestion
Infection
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Injuries
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itching
Lesions
Oral Surgery
Psoriasis
Rashes and Hives
Scars / Scar Tissue
Scratches and Abrasions
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
Skin Care (general)
Sunburn
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores