Friday, October 29, 2010

aloe vera

            INTRODUCTION
       
             Aloe Vera, known also as  burnt plant, sabila, lily of the desert, aloe, etc, has curative effects that are beginning to be acknowledge by modern medicine. Aloe Vera is a species of succulent plant, it originated in the southern part of the Arabian peninsula, grows in arid areas of India and Africa.

             Aloe Vera can be grown at home in a pot, use a well drained sand potting soil, expose it to plenty of sunlight, in warmer and dry climates can be outdoors, but as the weather gets colder and rainy bring it indoors.

              Benefits

  • Aloe Vera is beneficial in the treatment of first and second degree burns. Wash affected area with cold water, apply fresh gel, cover with sterilized gauze and press, in few minutes the gel will be absorbed by the skin, reapply if needed.)
  • Aloe Vera is also very effective in the treatment of minor cuts and abrasions. After cleaning the affected area apply topically.
  • This plant has anti-fungal properties. Apply topically.
  • Aloe Vera is a moisturizer, many facial tissues have Aloe Vera, it reduces  chaffing of the nose. Also is effective on chaffing lips.
  • Aloe Vera juice contains Germaine, which enhances the action of oxygen in the body. Supplements of Germaine are used as cancer remedies and for immune restoration.
  • Aloe Vera is one of the best kidney tonics, it has a soothing and cleaning effect.
  • Aloe Vera is rejuvenating for the liver, spleen, intestines and female reproductive organs. 
  • Aloe Vera is linked with improved blood glucose levels in diabetics.
      

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