“Aloe Vera” Health Benefits |
| Genus: Aloe Vera Also known as: Medicinal Aloe, Cape, Barbados, curaiao, socotrine, or Zanzibar aloe Parts used: The jelly like gel found in the leaves, and the bitter yellow juice (latex) extracted from specialized cells of the leaves inner skin. |
 |
| Aloe Vera (Medicinal Aloe) |
Several studies have reported that the health benefits of aloe vera used externally induce the healing of first and second degree burns, scalds, scrapes, wounds and sunburn. One report claims aloe vera also eases the discomfort of poison ivy rash.
Aloe vera has been used in healing for thousands of years. Egyptian medical writings dated from 1500 B.C. recommended it for fungal infections, ,skin problems, psoriasis, eczema, and allergic rashes and as a natural constipation relief; all uses supported by modern science.
Several studies show aloe vera effective against many different bacteria that can invade a wound indicating an infection fighter. Aloe vera is widely used in skin care products. But if your after beautiful skin use fresh aloe vera gel for skin healing benefits. Apply gel from the leaf to freshly washed skin. Discontinue use if it seems to irritate your skin.
Aloe vera has been used externally in folk medicine as a treatment for skin cancer, however, its effectiveness has never been studied scientifically. To help sooth a wound, select a lower (older) leaf, cut several inches off, slice it lengthwise, apply the gel and allow it to dry. Make sure you clean the wound properly first with soap and water.
Aloe Vera
Moisturizing
Gel
Aloe vera is the perfect houseplant for people with a brown thumb. It requires little water and no care. It prefers sunlight, but tolerates shade and doesn’t mind poor soil conditions. The only conditions it can not tolerate are poor drainage and temperatures below 40 degrees, however, growing herbs indoors is no more difficult than growing them in the garden.
Aloe vera periodically produces off shoots, which may be removed and replanted when they are a few inches tall. Uproot the plant and work the soil gently to remove the off shoot. Return the mother plant to its bed or pot.If you have problems with constipation, first increase the fiber in your diet, drink more fluids, and get more physical exercise. Use laxatives as a last resort.
Aloe vera latex contains laxative chemicals with such purgative action that they are called cathartics. Because aloe vera has such a drastic action it can often cause severe intestinal cramps and diarrhea. If you are looking for a natural laxative, your best bet is to seek other herbs with proven but milder results; such as, rhubarb, psyllium and cascara sagrada. In general, aloe vera latex is not recommended for internal use.
SUGGESTIONS:
Other herbs with vulnerary actions include comfrey, horsetail, mullein, psyllium, rhubarb, rosemary, and thyme.
In reference to "natural remedies for pets" - aloe can be used on pets with dry itchy patches of skin.
"Aloe - Your Miracle Doctor"
"Cure Your Eczema In 14 Days"
"Eczema Skincare Guide"
| A 1:35 video on "Aloe Vera"; about its uses for health and beauty. |
