Name: aloe vera
Scientific Name: A. barbadenis
Description: A member of the lily family, rich in anti-inflammatory substances, helps soothe and promote healing of skin problems, acne, minor burns, bug bites, rashes, keeps skin soft and supple, relieves pain and itching. Provides an airtight moisture barrier so that wounds do not dry out. Its anti-viral effects may promote the healing of warts. Helps clean the stomach, and digestive system, helps with intestinal problems, ulcers, gastritis. Promotes general healing . Dilates the tiny blood vessels (capillaries) allowing more blood to get to an injury and speeds up the healing process. It destroys, or inhibits a number of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Uses Applied topically: Heals minor burns, cuts and abrasions, insect bites, stings, welts, small skin ulcers, and frostbite. Relieves the itch of shingles. May help clear up warts. May help in treating psoriasis. Taken Internally : Soothes ulcers, heartburn, and other digestive complaints.
Notes
Possible Side Effects In rare cases, some people get a mild allergic skin reaction with itching or rash. Simply discontinue use. Never take Aloe Vera Juice if you are pregnant, or breast feeding.
REMINDER : If you have any heart condition, high blood pressure, palpatations, high blood sugar, or other medical conditions, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.
From : The Herb Index
This is a very versatile plant because you can enjoy its benefits both orally and use it topically.
Any good health food store should carry pure aloe vera juice. I must warn you that plain aloe juice has a very unpleasant taste by itself. That is why most people either mix it with their favorite juice, or get the kind of aloe juice that already comes with a natural fruit flavoring.
For many centuries the aloe plant has been used to treat cuts, burns and bruises, etc. Some people refer to it as “the miracle plant” for its healing proprieties.
The next time you or someone in your household gets cut, burn or bruise, all you have to do is to cut one of the leaves off of an aloe plant and apply the aloe gel (found inside the leaf) to the affected area of the skin. The healing process will begin to work promptly to replenish the effected area with much needed nutrients that are not typically found in over the counter medications.
Using Aloe as a way to treat skin conditions may not be as convent as reaching for a bottle of alcohol and a band-aid, but your body will appreciate it. Unlike over the counter product, aloe is 100% beneficial to your body.
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