
Read on what are the uses of aloe vera. Check out the article we found over at Organic Health.
If you’ve ever used aloe vera to help relieve a sunburn, then you know what a wonderful plant it is. Here are some other ways to use the amazing aloe vera plant!
1. Heals Infections- Aloe Vera makes a great ointment for infected cuts. It has very powerful antibacterial properties. It also works to heal wounds and reduce scarring because of it’s soothing abilities.
2. Fights Heartburn– People all over the world suffer from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Most people use a prescription drug to prevent the symptoms. Aloe Vera, on the other hand, acts as a great natural alternative.
3. Hair Growth- Aloe Vera is a great hair growth product! It is full of natural vitamins and enzymes that can directly promote healthy hair.
4. Regulates Blood Sugar- Studies show that two tablespoons of aloe juice a day could lower the blood sugar levels of a diabetic. It can also satisfy sugar cravings without throwing blood sugar levels overboard because its sweet flavor.
5. Personal Lubricant- Aloe Vera based lubricants are safe and pH balanced, which aids in keeping away infections and bacteria!
6. Relieves Constipation- Juicing Aloe Vera is also a very effective in relieving constipation. It helps the colon retain water and stimulate movement in the lower intestine. It has even been shown to be more effective than laxative drugs.
7. Cleans Teeth- Including Vitamin C, the plants natural properties can power and protect against bacterias, infections and gum disease. A study found that aloe vera extract can be as effective as the store-bought mouthwash.
8. Detoxifying- Aloe Vera juice is crammed full of amino acids, vitamins and minerals making it one of the natures most effective cleansers. It’s main property is to be soothing, cooling and moistening which helps to clear inflammatory and irritating heat, such as menopause. Plus inflammatory skin and digestive problems such as acne, rosacea and IBS.
9. Supports Immune System-Aloe Vera is packed full of immune boosting polysaccharides which help the immune system and can cause conditions like asthma, eczema and Chron’s disease. Soothing herbs like aloe vera juice can slow the inflammatory cascade and help reorder the immune response to prevent the conditions.
10. Digestion- Poor digestion is related to many diseases. A properly functioning digestive tract is one of the keys and foundations of health. Aloe is known to soothe and cleanse the digestive tract and help improve digestion.
The benefits of aloe vera are endless. The Sanskrit name for aloe vera is kumara, which translate to the princess. What a perfect name considering it helps you maintain a youthful, beauty and healthy glow. Sounds amazing, right?
Sebastian Pole, co-founder of Pukka Herbs an expert in herbalism says: ‘Aloe Vera is renowned as a ‘heal-all’ that is good for many conditions both internal and external.
I think it is safe to say Aloe Vera rocks and can is used for almost anything!
See original article: Organic Health

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