HUMAN CLINICAL STUDY OF ALOE VERA RAW GEL (THE ALOE PRIME ALOE GELTM) ON BLOOD LIPIDS AND OBESITY

Dong Myong Kim*, Chae Yun Yang, Yeo Jin Lee, Seo Hyeon Hwang, Yong Seong Kwon and Yeon Mea Choi

This study was designed to investigate the effects of Aloe vera raw gel (THE ALOE PRIME ALOE GEL™) on blood lipid concentrations and obesity. Obesity is a major health concern in the modern world, and triglyceride and cholesterol levels in particular are strongly associated with cardiovascular disease. In this context, it is important to determine the potential health-improving effects of Aloe vera gel. The study was conducted on 47 adult men and women, of which 30 were included in the final analysis. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of Aloe vera gel on blood lipid concentrations and body markers. The experimental group consumed Aloe vera gel for eight weeks, and blood triglyceride, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and LDL cholesterol concentrations were measured. Changes in body weight, BMI, and waist and hip circumference were also recorded. The results showed that triglycerides, total cholesterol, and LDL levels decreased and HDL cholesterol levels increased in the Aloe vera gel group compared to the control group. Physically, BMI, weight, and hip and waist circumference decreased compared to the control group. This study suggests that Aloe vera gel may have potential benefits for weight management and metabolic health, and provides an important basis for the development of dietary supplements.