Ultimate Aloe Juice contains the ingredient ActiveAloe^™, which is protected by a patented process that actually enhances aloe vera’s biological activity by isolating the polysaccharide fraction from the plant. This is important because the healthful benefits of aloe come from polysaccharides of a certain size. ActiveAloe^™ is produced under ultra-sanitary condition; employees go through sanitation every time work area entered, and the entire area undergoes wash down each night. It contains a novel proprietary method enabling the dehydration of aloe while maintaining flavour, colour and nutrients.

If un-refrigerated and unopened, Ultimate Aloe Juice will last approximately one year.

No, it is pasteurised. Pasteurisation is the process by which the product eliminates bacteria to prevent contamination and spoilage. In fact, several studies show that the active ingredients can be enhanced by heating.

The caramel is added to the product to obtain the dark brownish colour.

The taste will vary from lot to lot due to the seasonal time of harvest. The sun and the amount of water the plants receive are directly responsible for the ripeness of the plants. Just as with any vegetable, you will have a different taste, depending upon the growing process.

The malic acid was added to further promote freshness and aid in balancing the pH level.

Fresh whole leaf aloe vera juice contains aloin, a very powerful laxative, which must be eliminated from the juice if it is to be used safely as an ingredient in topical products or as a health drink. Aloin is a compound, which is produced frome-modin and glucose. When whole leaf aloe is pasteurised and the aloin is eliminated, the juice is safe for both topical and internal use.

The idea that aloe vera can promote skin health is as old as the Pyramids. It is believed to have originated in the warm, dry climates of northern Africa. It has been found referenced in ancient hieroglyphics, which indicate it was a product that was traded between the Egyptians and the Sumerians as many as 6,000 years ago. Aloe has been used as a health agent or cosmetic ingredient for thousands of years in promoting normal wound healing, healthy digestion and healthy skin.

Yes. The aloe vera plant is classified as a vegetable and, like all plant products, the juice must be preserved or it will rapidly decompose when the leaves are processed. Potassium sorbate (from mountain ash trees) and sodium benzoate (from benzoin gum) are used in minute quantities as preservatives, and ascorbic and citric acid are used to stabilise and balance pH levels. Ultimate Aloe Juice is made from 100 percent aloe vera through a unique whole leaf process, using only certified leaves. This method carefully removes the unnecessary aloin and aloe-emodin while still maintaining high levels of modified aloe polysaccharides, which have been shown to contribute to many health benefits.