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Over time, groups from many geographical areas have used aloe vera, including Indians, Chinese,
Mexicans, and North Americans, too, per a chapter in .
An evergreen perennial, it originates from the Arabian Peninsula, but grows wild in tropical, semi-tropical,
and arid climates around the world. It is cultivated for commercial products, mainly as a topical treatment
used over centuries. The species is attractive for decorative purposes, and succeeds indoors as a potted plant.
The leaves of Aloe vera contain significant amounts of the polysaccharide gel ace Mannan, which can be used
for topical purposes. Aloe skin contains aloin which is toxic. Products made from Aloe vera usually only use .
Oral ingestion of aloe vera extracts can be dangerous, because it causes reactions which are not yet fully
understood. It is especially dangerous for pregnant women; some people have allergic reactions, even when
the aloe vera is applied only to the skin.
TEN AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALOEVERA:
1. It’s Anti-Ageing :-
The sterols in aloe vera stimulate the production of face-plumping collagen and hyaluronic acid – binding
moisture into the skin and ironing out fine lines and wrinkles. In a small Korean study, women who took a
low dose of aloe vera gel for 56 days saw a ‘significant’ improvement in facial wrinkles and elasticity. Plus, the
plant repairs damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is responsible for up to 80 per cent of the visible
signs of ageing. Take that, Father Time.
2. It fights Acne :-
To beat breakouts, the one-two punch of topical retinoids and Aloe vera gel has ‘superior efficacy’ to either
treatment used alone, a study published in the found. Aloe vera contains salicylic acid, which has antibacterial
and anti-inflammatory effects: eliminating acne-causing bacteria and calming stressed-out skin to reduce
redness and irritation.
3. It Reduces Plaque :-
Swilling aloe vera mouthwash won’t just freshen your breath – it reduces plaque as effectively as
chlorhexidine, a prescription mouthwash for gum disease, researchers from India found. Alternatively, try an
aloe vera gel-based toothpaste. When the Academy of General Dentistry pitted the tooth gel’s germ-fighting
ability against two commercial toothpastes, the former was as effective – sometimes more so – at controlling
cavity-causing organisms
4. It’s Hydrating :-
Not only is around 95 per cent of the plant made up of water, but aloe vera contains electrolytes such as
magnesium and potassium, “which contribute to hydration, especially after exercise, ” says registered nutritionist
Clarissa Lehner. “However, many of the benefits of aloe vera are found in the pulp, so the amounts found in the
juice are quite minimal.
5. It’s Moisturizing :-
Work aloe vera into your daily skincare regimen and you’ll be rewarded with a fresher face. The nutrient-rich
gel sticks epidermal cells together, which softens skin, researchers wrote in the . “The amino acids also soften
hardened skin cells and zinc acts as a astringent to tighten pores, ” they added.
6. It Boosts Digestion :-
Aloe vera is a confirmed constipation-reliever. “The outer portion of the plant contains compounds called
anthraquinones, which are responsible for the plant’s laxative effect, ” says Lehner. Be warned: a little goes a long
way. “Over-consumption of aloe vera juice can lead to diarrhea and stomach cramping, ” she adds.
7. It Sooths Razor Burn :-
Aloe vera is known for soothing and healing burns, and that includes razor burn. A near-inevitable side effect of
de-fluffing your face, it occurs when the blade damages your skin and hair follicles, causing them to become
inflamed. Banish the rash and restore skin equilibrium by applying a thin layer of the gel post-shave – it’ll reduce
redness, relieve pain, and help to heal razor bumps.
8. It Lower Blood Sugar :-
Taking two tablespoons of aloe vera juice has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels in people with type 2
diabetes. Compounds in the plant increase insulin sensitivity, which allows the cells of the body to use blood
sugar more effectively. The result? Fewer cravings, reduced hunger, and easier fat loss. In a study from Seoul
National University Hospital, pre-diabetic patients lost almost a kilo of fat and gained half a kilo of lean body
mass in eight weeks after popping an aloe vera gel supp.
Next time you feel a cold sore brewing, know that aloe vera is a bona-fide remedy. Research has shown that the
gel wages war on viruses, including herpes simplex – the most common cause of cold sores. Plagued by a mouth
ulcer? You can slather it over that, too. In one study, aloe vera gel not only super-charged the healing process,
but also reduced the pain associated with it
Analysis
The Medical Analysis
1. Vitamins: It contains vitamins A (beta-carotene), C and E, which are cancer prevention agents. It moreover
contains vitamin B12, folic corrosive, and choline. Antioxidant neutralizes free radicals.
2. Enzymes: It contains 8 chemicals: alias, antacid phosphatase, amylase, brady kinase, carboxypeptidase,
catalase, cellulase, lipase, and peroxidase. Brady kinase makes a difference to diminish over the top irritation
when connected to the skin topically, whereas others offer assistance within the breakdown of sugars and
fats.
3. Minerals: It gives calcium, chromium, copper, selenium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, sodium and
zinc. They are fundamental for the correct functioning of different chemical frameworks in numerous
metabolic pathways and few are antioxidants.