Aloe vera is also known as Medicinal aloe while its, common names are Lily of the desert, burn the plant and elephants gall. It belongs to the family of succulent plants in the genius ' aloe'. The origin of the burn plant in Sudan and has been used for more than 6000 years.
For decades, the soothing nature of aloe vera has been known and respected by the people who believe in Naturopathy. The aloe vera plant has compounds such as mannans, polysaccharides, lectins and anthraquinones that are extremely beneficial for humans health that'a why it is chief editor in beauty products. It also has 18 amino acids that work in association with other compounds of the human body to deliver numerous health benefits. According to USDA, aloe vera is a good source of energy, iron, sodium, and calcium.
Aloe Vera is a succulent plant with many amazing uses and its benefits are typically obtained by breaking off a stalk extract the gel-like substance
Aloe Vera powder is also added to lotions, hair sprays, creams, baby oil, nutritional supplements, and pet care products.
1) Improves Digestion
The adaptogenic properties of aloe vera are beneficial for proper digestion. It ensures better nutrient adsorption and also eliminates harmful elements through smooth excretion.
Beverages made with aloe vera juice possess natural detoxifying properties that effectively cleanse the digestive system and the circulatory system. As the absorption level of nutrients accelerates, it results in better blood circulation and also improves health. When the blood is oxygen-rich, it automatically provides nutrients within the cells more proficiently. These healthy cells ensure your body’s ability to ward off infections, thereby strengthening your immune system.
Aloe vera contains some effective macrophages that produce huge volumes of nitric oxide, which has antitumor potential. In naturopathy, there are innumerable methods of cancer prevention and the aloe vera-based has proven to be one of the most successful ones. Many studies have shown that these antitumor and immunomodulatory properties are due to the presence of polysaccharides in aloe vera.
Aloe has been used for skin ailments since ancient times. The pure inner gel extracted from the aloe leaf is the best natural remedy for skin abrasions and it also helps diminish the symptoms of aging skin conditions. Many skin care and personal care products, toiletries, and cosmetics include aloe extracts. In fact, if you have its plant at home, simply tear a small part of the leaf, take the gel and apply it in the raw form on your face. This therapy will prove to be far better and more effective than many expensive skin creams on the market. Most people prefer drinking its juice, which also enhances skin health, as the properties of the plant work internally. It also helps in curing stings, rashes, and psoriasis. Journal of Dermatological Treatment says that the topical application of aloe vera gel combined with tretinoin is extremely useful in the treatment of mild and moderate acne vulgaris.
Aloe vera has proven to be an excellent option for promoting hair growth naturally. The hair products that contain it are essential to retaining voluminous and healthy hair. You can apply its gel to the entire scalp and hair to treat hair loss as it has an enzyme that is beneficial for stimulating hair growth. Aloe vera shampoo improves blood circulation and keeps you away from stress and mental strain. In fact, it has anti-inflammatory properties that effectively treat androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness.
Aloe is noted for its amazing anti-inflammatory properties that work instantly on the pain and swelling resulting from arthritis. Its juice is also extremely effective in calming the swelling and inflammation that are closely associated with arthritis. In fact, topical application, drinking aloe juice or eating aloe vera, its pills or capsules all show positive results in curing arthritis pain.