Aloe barbadensis miller popularly known as aloe vera is a tropical succulent plant that is commonly grown as a houseplant. It is known for its fleshy, lance-shaped leaves with jagged edges that grow out from a basal rosette. The leaves contain a soothing gel used on sunburns and other skin irritations. Aloe vera needs bright, natural light in order to thrive and prefers to be watered regularly, as long as the soil dries out completely in between waterings.
Aloe vera is a medicinal plant with antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Aloe vera benefits can include reducing dental plaque, accelerating wound healing, preventing wrinkles, and managing blood sugar.
Some of the health benefits of aloe vera
– Reduces dental plaque and accelerates wound healing
– Relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
– Relieves heartburn and acid reflux
– Relieves symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism
– Relieves symptoms of asthma and bronchitis
– Relieves symptoms of cold sores and genital herpes
– Relieves symptoms of tooth and gum disease
– Relieves symptoms of diabetes, high blood sugar and cholesterol
– Relieves skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, seborrhea and dandruff
– Relieves anal fissures and hemorrhoids
How to use aloe vera:
– Apply aloe vera gel to burns to soothe, moisturize and cool the area.
– Use aloe vera to treat sunburn, as it has cooling properties similar to menthol.
– Apply aloe vera to insect bites to reduce itching and help the area heal faster.
– Use aloe vera to treat frostbite, rashes and other skin irritations.
– Apply aloe vera to acne and rosacea to soothe and calm the skin.
– Use aloe vera as a moisturizer for dry skin, as it is fast-absorbing and hydrating.
– Apply aloe vera to wounds and blisters to help them heal faster.
– Use aloe vera as a natural laxative to help with digestion and constipation.
Some functions of aloe vera:
– Relieves sunburn, minor burns, frostbite, and other skin conditions due to its soothing, moisturizing, and cooling properties.
– Relieves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), heartburn, and acid reflux.
– Improves oral health and reduces plaque.
– Relieves acne, rosacea, eczema, and other skin conditions.
– Relieves anal fissures and hemorrhoids.
– Relieves insect bites and minor allergic skin reactions.
– Relieves blisters and minor wounds.
– Relieves psoriasis and other skin conditions.
– Relieves warts and stretch marks.
– Relieves hair dandruff and promotes healthy hair growth.
– Relieves eye makeup and other skin irritations.
– Relieves minor vaginal irritations.
– Relieves symptoms of diabetes, high blood sugar, and cholesterol.
– Relieves symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism.
– Relieves symptoms of asthma and bronchitis.
– Relieves symptoms of cold sores and genital herpes.
– Relieves symptoms of tooth and gum disease.
– Relieves symptoms of digestive disorders and promotes healthy digestion.
