Nature has provided us with numerous plants that can be used as natural remedies. One of such plant is Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera is stem-less succulent plant with thick spiny leaves. It thrives in the warm. Aloe Vera contains, Water, 20 minerals (Calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, copper, zinc, manganese, magnesium, chromium and more)
· 12 vitamins ( A,B1,B2,B6, B12,C,E and more)
· 18 amino acidsa
· 200 active plant compounds (phyto-nutrients)
· Enzymes
· Monosaccharides and polysaccharides
· Lignins
· Salicylic acid
· Saponins
Aloe Vera can be applied externally and internally
Externally application includes; facilitate the healing of sunburn, wound or scald, it also applicable during blister, insect bites, rashes, sores, herpes, fungus, vaginal infections, conjunctivitis. Aloe Vera speeds up the growth of hair and reduces dandruff. During application the fresh plant is best; processing reduces the efficacy of the plant.
Internal Use Application
Aloe Vera is known to stimulate the immune system, thereby preventing bacterial, viral, and fungus infections. Antioxidants are important for health.
Aloe vera gel contains powerful antioxidants, which belong to a large family of substances known as polyphenols .
These polyphenols, along with several other compounds in Aloe vera, can help inhibit the growth of certain bacteria that can cause infections in humans. One of the most crucial elements found in aloe vera gel is a complex carbohydrate known as acemannan. It allows nutrients to reach the cells, nourish them and at the same time relieve them of toxins. It fights the growth of cancer by activating the white blood cells. Studies have shown that it has an effect on lowering blood sugar levels in diabetics. Other conditions were it is applicable includes, liver problems, kidney and urinary infections, stomach ulcers, congestion. Aloe Vera is a general detoxifier that cleanses the system. Using Aloe Vera should be with moderation.
The natural taste of aloe vera is so bitter that you wouldn't think of consuming it as is.
Take the gel, dice it into small pieces and blend. Now mix a bit of this with some other fruit or vegetable juice that's preferably sweet. You can also use the leaves of aloe vera, blend them, strain and drink. If you find it too bitter then mix it up with honey and drink. You can also add some lemon to this mix.
For 100% benefit, Aloe Vera should used in its fresh and natural state in the form of juice mixed with honey. The taste might be a little bitter, but the truth is, natural bitters are good for the liver. The gel is extracted and blended to obtain the juice. I prefer taking a cup of the juice before breakfast. Most of the vitamins found in Aloe Vera, cannot be stored in the body, therefore we need to we supplement it through our diet.
Aloe is very bitter but if you can take your medicine so to speak its very good for you. My aunt was the one that made me take it and she lived to be in her 100s.