There are two philosophies people have when it comes to taking supplements with food or on an empty stomach.
- “If I take it on an empty stomach, there is less competition so I’ll absorb more of my supplement.”
- “If I take it with food, the food can help absorption of my supplement, because fats, for instance, can assist in the absorption of many nutrients like fat soluble vitamins.”
When it comes to this question, there is little science for most supplements. But when it comes to Stockton Aloe #1 aloe vera specifically, I am aware of a small study that was done.
The study involved two groups of people with both groups taking the same supplements daily. but one of the groups had 1 ounce of Stockton Aloe #1 aloe vera with their supplements every day. Both groups had their blood tested for nutrition. The group that had aloe vera with their supplements showed higher levels of nutrients in their blood.
This outcome suggests that aloe vera may help you absorb nutrients and can be an argument for having aloe with your nutrient dense foods or supplements rather than taking it alone and on an empty stomach. Some that are on juiced fruit and vegetable protocols often include 1 ounce of aloe vera in each juice drink for this very reason.
What Is The Best Time Of Day To Consume Aloe Vera?
A related question is the best time of day to take aloe vera; more specifically, in the morning or at night.
The answer to this has more to do with how aloe vera affects you and what are you trying to accomplish. As an example, someone that suffers with GERD or Acid Reflux that interferes with sleep might have their aloe vera right before going to bed since for them they get almost immediate relief and this could help them sleep. But for another person, having aloe vera right before bed might make them wake up soon to pee – interfering with sleep!
For the person that gets heartburn after their meals, taking their aloe vera with their meals or soon after might be what they need.
Ultimately it depends on you. We have seen benefits for our customers regardless of what time of day they consume it and regardless of whether that is on a full or empty stomach.