Aloe vera and HIV infection

AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, sometimes written Aids) is a human disease characterized by progressive destruction of the body's immune system. It is widely accepted that AIDS results from infection with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

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Aloe vera and HIV infection

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Acemannan, a component of aloe gel, has been shown in laboratory tests to have immune-stimulating and anti-viral activities.

Results from early human studies are mixed, and due to weaknesses in the way these studies were designed, firm conclusions are not possible.

Without further human trials, the evidence cannot be considered convincing either in favor or against this use of aloe.

(Published at www.spiritindia.com on Sunday, April 9, 2006)
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