Aloe Vera is the most widely known and used of over 300 aloe species, most of which are native to South Africa but centuries ago became widely distributed via the major trade routes.

Today, aloe vera is a popular houseplant. The juice comes from specialised cells beneath the thick outer skin of the leaves and contains a proportion of gel. Of the many historical uses for drinking aloe vera juice, the best known is its effect in helping to maintain a healthy digestive system. However, the juice has a bitter taste. A more convenient way to take the herb is in the form of capsules. Lamberts Aloe Vera capsules contain 50mg of concentrate equivalent to 10,000mg of fresh aloe vera juice.