| The therapeutic benefits of aloe vera were revealed | | | | effective in reducing itching and pain due to psoriasis. |
| more than 4000 years ago, both on an Egyptian | | | | 3. It is also considered valuable in alleviating chronic joint |
| papyrus dating back to 1550 BC and a Sumerian tablet | | | | and muscle pains due to such problems as tendonitis |
| dating back to 2100 BC. Some records even reveal | | | | and arthritis. |
| that it was used by Cleopatra in order to protect her | | | | 4. As it can stimulate collagen as well as elastin |
| skin from the sun's rays. | | | | synthesis, it is effective in preventing early signs of |
| The properties of the aloe vera have also been found | | | | aging. |
| in ancient Chinese and Indian records. Likewise, legend | | | | 5. Restoration of immune system, i.e., application of this |
| has it that Alexander the Great conquered the | | | | therapeutic plant on the skin reduces the chances for |
| Socotra Island, now a part of Yemen, in the Indian | | | | developing skin disorders from exposure of the sun's |
| Ocean, primarily to ensure the uninterrupted supply of | | | | rays. |
| this healthy plant, in order to heal the wounds of | | | | 6. Above all, it is a great moisturizer, i.e. it possesses |
| soldiers injured in battles. According to ancient records, | | | | the properties to hydrate and soften the skin. |
| it was also used in some European countries as well. | | | | INTERNAL BENEFITS: |
| Aloe vera, also known as Aloe barbadensis, is a | | | | 1. The intake of aloe juice is considered to be one of |
| medicinal plant that belongs to the desert lily family. | | | | the more effective remedies for gastrointestinal, |
| Nowadays, it is available in a myriad of forms including | | | | ulcerous, and intestinal-related problems such as |
| sprays, gels, lotions, ointments, and sometimes even in | | | | diarrhea and constipation. |
| the form of capsules. | | | | 2. Aloe vera juice is also considered effective in killing |
| This medicinal-value plant has been discovered to be | | | | bacteria and fungus within the body. |
| an effective remedy for a variety of diseases such as | | | | 3. It contains several useful ingredients such as zinc |
| ulcers, heat burns, fever, digestive disorders, and | | | | and super oxide dismutases, and hence serves as a |
| several skin injuries such as burns and lacerations. | | | | good antioxidant. |
| Whether it is used internally or externally, the aloe vera | | | | 3. Further, the presence of salicylic acid in the plant |
| plant is highly beneficial for your health, as it contains a | | | | allows it to serve as one of the best medicines to |
| range of essential ingredients such as amino acids, | | | | combat inflammation and high fever. |
| enzymes, proteins, minerals, mano-saccharides as well | | | | 4. With detoxification properties, this healthy plant is |
| as poly-saccharides, salicylic acid, sterols, and vitamins | | | | advantageous in preventing liver and kidney-related |
| including vitamin B-12. Perhaps for these reasons, aloe | | | | ailments. |
| vera is sometimes referred to as a "natural healer" or | | | | 5. Due to its medicinal properties, the intake of aloe |
| a" miracle herb". | | | | vera is even regarded as effective in preventing such |
| The aloe leaf usually takes after a cactus and primarily | | | | devastating ailments as arthritis, cancer, and diabetes. |
| consists of four layers: the outer layer known as the | | | | 6. This plant is also beneficial in improving the blood's |
| rind; the bitter fluid layer, namely, the sap; the inner | | | | circulation throughout the body. |
| portion known as the gel; and the mucilage. Studies | | | | As you can see there are many benefits to this |
| reveal that the plant consists of more than 400 | | | | healthy plant, so it is wise to always have some on |
| species. | | | | hand, and if you happen to have a green thumb they |
| EXTERNAL BENEFITS: | | | | also make wonderful plants, and think of the money |
| 1. Since it has soothing properties, it is highly beneficial | | | | you will save. Whenever you need relief from a burn, |
| for healing burns and wounds. | | | | just cut a little piece off and rub it directly onto the |
| 2. The application of aloe gel is considered very | | | | burned area, and feel the relief immediately. |