Aloe vera: Natural Medicine and Uses
Aloe vera : Natural Medicine and
its Uses
Many years ago, people realized
the aloe plant had more medicinal properties with attractive look. The gel
found inside aloe vera leaf, become a popular herbal remedy that was used to
help treat everything from skin issues.
The aloe vera plant is a succulent
plant which grows abundantly in tropical climates as a medicinal plant. It is
known as “Plants of immortality” because it can bloom without soil.
This plant’s shoot contain only
leaves with tiny thrones. Aloe vera leaves are comprised of three parts – the
skin, the gel and the latex.
The leaves of aloe vera are
medicinally useful parts of the plant. The
leaves are fulfill with liquid like gel. This gel is used on the skin to treat
burn and various skin problems. This gel is also found in liquid or capsule
form in market which taken orally. The original taste of the gel is some bitter
but the taste of the aloe vera juice or capsule available in the market is
differ from real taste. They mix some food flavor or form of sugar for make it
tasty.
The second thing present in aloe vera leaves is latex which is found in
lower parts of the leaves which is yellow in color. It contains compounds with
powerful laxative properties.
Over all this plant is used for medicinal purpose and also for decorative
plant. Because it easily grow anywhere
and any season.
This article lists some of potential health and beauty benefits of aloe
vera.
Dental health
and hygiene
Aloe vera has anti-microbial and
antibacterial properties that destroy bacteria in the mouth and heal the gums
quickly. It include healthy dose of vitamin C that can block plaque. It can
also provide relief in bleeding or swollen gums.
Aids in healthy
digestion
Several enzymes are present in aloe
vera, which help in the breakdown of sugars and fats and to keep your digestion
running smoothly. It may help decrease irritation in the stomach and intestine.
Healing burn
Aloe
vera has soothing, moisturizing and cooling properties. Due to these properties
it is used in treat burns.
Apply
aloe gel on sunburn or another mild burn area twice a day for few time for
better result. If you have a severe burn, seek medical help before applying aloe.
Hair repair
Aloe vera, act as a good conditioner
and keep your hair smooth and shiny. It also promote hair growth, reduce
dandruff and itching on the scalp.
Mix equal quantity of aloe juice or
gel and coconut oil and apply it on your hair and leave it for some time. After
sometimes wash it with normal water. It make your hair strong, smooth and
bouncy.
Keep skin
healthy
Aloe vera contains enzymes,
antioxidants, vitamin A and C. Due to these properties it act like a natural
moisturizer which keep your skin healthy and increase collagen production of the
skin. It can help treat burns, acne, dry skin and reduce wrinkles. With all
these benefits aloe vera is definitely good for face.
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