Review: Any evidence it works?
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 08 20, 2013
While I like the looks of the smoothie recipes, I am left wondering if anyone with autism has tried and benefited from aloe vera. Did the author see any benefits in her own son with Asperger's? Has she noticed improvement by doing a number of things for her son, one of which was aloe vera?While theoretically, aloe vera might be of benefit in healing the gut of autistic children and helping them detox, most parents want to see evidence that specific nutritional products they buy and use might work, either from clinical studies or even a testimony of how it has helped SOMEONE with autism!The cautionary note that the author gives is good, but, as a parent, I'd want to have more proof that, if it can't be used long term, it is safe for little ones on a short term basis.I'm not meaning to be so critical, but the bottom line is - more research and testing is needed before suggesting it for this use, even with the book title asking if aloe vera might could help those with autism!