What is Aloe Vera?
Aloe vera or Aloe barbadensis is a succulent plant that has many health benefits. It has been used in alternative medicine for the treatment of many conditions. Aloe vera is a cactus-like plant that thrives in hot and dry climates. The aloe gel, which is the main part of the plant used for cosmetic and medicinal purposes.
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Aloe Vera, the modest houseplant is a ‘miracle,’ wonder plant, often hiding in plain sight. Having been around and used as a medicinal herb, it nourishes the body from the inside – it is rich in nutrients, aids in improving digestion and even boosts immunity. Aloe Vera can be used topically too, i.e., it’s gel can be used to enhance one’s skin, especially the face and the hair.
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1......Burns and Wounds:
One of the most popular uses of aloe vera gel is to aid in the healing of sunburns, burns, contact dermatitis, and minor cuts and abrasions. The freshly extracted gel has a cooling effect that may provide short-term relief of pain and itchiness. Whether it can actually speed healing is another issue.
Although aloe vera might not be effective for treating sunburns, it may provide some relief after a first- or second-degree burn. In a review of four controlled clinical trials consisting of 371 sunburn patients, researchers found that healing times for patients who applied aloe vera to their burns was about nine days shorter than in the control group.
2......Sunburn Relief:
Some people swear by aloe to calm a sunburn. You might have experienced the gel’s cooling effect yourself, and according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, aloe vera is generally safe to use for soothing mild sunburns. But the research backing up the claim that it can speed skin recovery is lacking.
One past small study, for instance, found aloe vera applied topically after laboratory-induced sunburn didn’t have an effect on reducing redness when compared with a placebo.
3......Keeping produce fresh:
A 2014 study published online by the Cambridge University Press looked at tomato plants coated with aloe gel. The report showed evidence that the coating successfully blocked the growth of many types of harmful bacteria on the vegetables. Similar results were found in a different study with apples. This means that aloe gel could help fruits and vegetables stay fresh, and eliminate the need for dangerous chemicals that extend the shelf life of produce.
4....Lowering your blood sugar:
Ingesting two tablespoons of aloe vera juice per day can cause blood sugar levels to fall in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a study in Phytomedicine: International Journal of Phytotherapy and Phytopharmacy. This could mean that aloe vera may have a future in diabetes treatment. These results were confirmed by another study published in Phytotherapy Research that used pulp extract.
But people with diabetes, who take glucose-lowering medications, should use caution when consuming aloe vera. The juice along with diabetes medications could possibly lower your glucose count to dangerous levels.
5.....Reduces infection and acne:
Those who suffer from acne will find respite in Aloe Vera. It helps in gentle cleansing, and its antimicrobial properties treat pimples without causing any damages to the skin. It is an antiseptic that allows protection against bacteria. Aloe Vera contains polysaccharides and gibberellins. These help in the growth of new cells and at the same time, reduce inflammation and redness. It also works as an astringent that reduces the size of pores, flushing out the excess sebum, microbes, and dirt.
6.....Helps in hair growth:
Like skin reproduction, Aloe Vera gel helps in activating new hair growth as it increases the blood circulation to the scalp. It also provides essential minerals and vitamins. Aloe Vera contains proteolytic enzymes that help repair dead skin on the scalp. So aloe vera works as a great remedy for scalp problems in women and men.