GENERAL This powder extract is produced by removing the bitter sap from the Aloe ferox plant, processing the sap into crystalline form and then into a powder. SPECIFICATIONS Appearance: Course powder Consistency: Homogenous powder Colour: Yellow / brown Taste: Extremely bitter Odour: Slight, unique Moisture: < 8% Solids: 92% Aloin: >8% Preservatives: None APPLICATIONS 100mg of aloe bitter powder taken internally produces a natural laxative effect. It is also believed to relieve the symptoms of arthritis. Its pesticidal / fungicidal nature has the effect of eliminating parasitical organisms in the digestive system. Applied externally it stimulates hair growth, exhibits an insecticidal tendency and appears to enhance healing when combined with aloe gel nutrients STORAGE Stable for an unlimited time if kept in a moisture-free environment. PACKAGED 20kg bags only COMMENT Aloe ferox bitter powder is known for its extremely high con- centration of aloin, one of the well-known active ingredients in the compound. This aloin-rich substance, in user-friendly powder form, opens the way for controlled accurate and consistent usage for both internal and external applications. CAUTIONS Aloe bitter powder, incorporated into skin preparations, has been known to cause irritation in a few isolated cases. Patch testing is therefore recommended. Taken internally, the laxative effect of the powder is very strong and therefore needs to be used with great caution.   BACK TO PRODUCTS PAGE >>