Apr 10, 2023
Aloe Vera gel is extracted from the leaves of the aloe plant, although made up of mainly water, the small percentage of gel taken from the leaves is very powerful and can be used for a multitude of things including healing burns.
The plant has triangular, fleshy leaves with serrated edges, yellow tubular flowers and fruits that contain numerous seeds. Aloe vera contains 75 potentially active constituents: vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, salicylic acids and amino acids.
The name Aloe vera derives from the Arabic word “Alloeh” meaning “shining bitter substance,” while “vera” in Latin means “true.” It has a long history of being used for medicinal purposes dating back to ancient Egypt. The Egyptians called Aloe “the plant of immortality.” Egyptian queens Nefertiti and Cleopatra used it as part of their regular beauty regimes.
The plant is native to North Africa, Southern Europe, and the Canary Islands. Today, aloe vera is grown in tropical climates worldwide.
Aloe vera is an easy plant to grow at home because it prefers dry, warm climates, so doesn’t need to be watered every day, in fact this drought-loving plant lives best in dry conditions. So, when growing this plant at home be careful that you don’t overwater it, and if you keep the plant outdoors, be sure to cover it when it rains.
There are some incredible benefits of aloe vera, it is used in cosmetics, herbal remedies, and food supplements. Burns are said to heal quickly with reduced pain when aloe vera is applied to treat the burn area.
As well as applying topically, Aloe can also be taken internally so it is just as useful for internal epithelial tissue as it is for the skin. For example, mouth and stomach ulcers, nasal and sinuses, bowels, lungs, and genital tracts. Aloe works on membranes and surfaces.
The hard resinous product extracted from this plant known as Cape aloes or aloe lump, can be used as a laxative, and to treat arthritis. Consuming aloe vera may can also benefit your digestive tract and help to soothe and cure stomach ailments including IBS.
Aloe vera can also be great for oral health the toothpaste and mouthwash improve oral hygiene and reduce plaque.
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