Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe Polysaccharide
For the health condition: Injuries
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Aloe polysaccharides, primarily found in the inner gel of Aloe vera leaves, have been studied for their potential benefits in wound healing and injury support. Scientific research suggests that these polysaccharides, particularly acemannan, exhibit properties that may be beneficial for tissue repair. In vitro and animal studies indicate that aloe polysaccharides can promote fibroblast proliferation, collagen synthesis, and angiogenesis, all of which are important for wound healing. They also appear to have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, which may help reduce swelling and promote the healing process.
Some clinical trials have evaluated the topical use of aloe gel or extracts in humans with minor burns, surgical wounds, and other skin injuries. Results are mixed: certain studies suggest a modest acceleration of wound healing, while others find no significant difference compared to standard treatments. The variability in outcomes may be due to differences in aloe product formulations, concentrations of polysaccharides, and the types of injuries studied.
Overall, there is moderate scientific evidence (rating 3/5) supporting the use of aloe polysaccharides, primarily via topical application, to support the healing of minor injuries and wounds. The evidence is not uniformly strong, and further well-controlled human clinical trials are needed to clarify the extent of benefit and optimal usage conditions.
Other ingredients used for Injuries
aloe veraamino acids
bamboo
bayberry
beeswax
Indian frankincense
bovine
bromelain
chymotrypsin
collagen
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
dandelion
dog rose
dyer’s woad root
endo-peptidase
exo-peptidase
fungal protease
ginger
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-glutamine
l-proline
licorice root
spruce
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
papain
protease
protein
purified silver
reishi mushroom
serratiopeptidase
silicon
trypsin
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
typhonium
clerodendrum indicum
hedychium spicatum
chaff flower
boxthorne
yarrow
moss
myrrh
solomon's seal
amber
sheep's sorrel
wintergreen
fungal enzymes blend (proprietary)
abies spectabilis
geranium
arnica
Aralia
Avens
Asclepias cordifolia
akebia
Animal Tissue
Antler
Aquilegia viridiflora
Asiaticoside
Ardisia
Agave
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Anamu
Abrus
Albizia
Aconite
Ajuga
Aucubin
Anserina
Albumin
American Liverleaf
Aquilegia formosa
Asam gelugor
Allantoin
Ampelopsis
Agonandra
Agrimonia pilosa
Acemannan
Acetylsalicylic acid
Abuta
Alkanna
Alstonia macrophylla
Amor seco
Arani
Animal protein
Bee Propolis
Biopeptide
Bai Ji
Baliospermum
Black spruce
Blackthorn
Bulnesia sarmientoi
Blubber oil
Blepharis
Black-Eyed Susan
Boswellic Acid
Beef Protein
Barleria
Bone Marrow
Bovine Protein
Benzoin
Begonia fimbristipula
Banyan
Bletilla
Black root
Comfrey
Centella triterpenes
Calendula
Casearia esculenta
Common Monkey Flower
Calotropis gigantea
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Cinquefoil
Cyathula
Ceylon Leadwort
Cedar
Campylandra fimbriata
Centipeda
cypress
Cranesbill
Chinese Thoroughwax
Carlina
Carrapichinho
Cedrus libani
Ceanothus integerrimus
Connective tissue growth factor
Cocklebur
Collinsonia
Castor Oil
Calyptridium umbellatum
Casearia sylvestris
Didymocarpus
Deer Root
Damulin A
Deer Velvet
Dragon's Blood
Devil's Club
Dianthrone
Dwarf Nettle
Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)
Davilla rugosa
Deerbrush
Epidermal Growth Factor
Erythropalum scandens
Erigeron
Elephant Vine
Erodium cicutarium
Elk antler
Echinacea
Emu Oil
Euphorbia
Egg protein
Elastase
Oak
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Silk protein
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