Aloe Vera Tea

Aloe Vera Tea is a refreshing, slightly herbal beverage made by steeping the clear gel from the inner leaf of the aloe vera plant in hot water, often with added sweeteners like honey or sugar. It is a popular drink across many tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and parts of Africa, where aloe vera is native or widely cultivated.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This tea is very low in calories, carbohydrates, fat, and protein, making it a hydrating, near-negligible calorie drink. Its key nutritional contribution comes from trace minerals like potassium and magnesium, along with various antioxidants and polysaccharides from the aloe gel.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	10 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	2.5 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	1.2 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	5 mg
Potassium	45 mg
Magnesium	3 mg
Calcium	5 mg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Selenium	0.5 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 ml) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, aloe vera has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and drinking the tea is often associated with promoting internal 'cooling' and digestive wellness. Nutritionally, it's unique for containing acemannan, a complex carbohydrate that acts as a prebiotic to support gut health.