ALOE VERA - A MIRACLE PLANT

What is Aloe Vera?

Aloe vera is one of the most versatile plants on the face of earth. Aloe Vera is a perennial, stemless or very short-stemmed succulent plant growing to 80-100 cm tall, spreading by offsets and root sprouts. The leaves are lanceolate, thick and fleshy, green to grey-green, with a serrated margin. The flowers are produced on a spike up to 90 cm tall, each flower pendulous, with a yellow tubular corolla 2 to 3 cm long.

Aloe Vera has long been a popular house plant often called the 'Miracle Plant' and 'Natural Healer'. It is a species of Aloe, native to Northern Africa. Aloe Vera is not a Cactus but is a Cactus like plant with rubber touch growing in the warmer tropical climates of the World. it is a subtropical plant and member of the tree Lily family known as Aloe Barbadensis. each plant usually has 12-13 leaves and can be harvested ebery 6-8 weeks by removing 3 to 4 leaves per plant. It can be used to treat many ailments both external and internal. The clear, thick gel found in the inner part of the leaf is most commonly used for minor cuts and burns.

Aloe Vera i sthe most effacacious natural plant and there are numerous benefits that are derived from this wonderful plant. Aloe Vera is a nutritional store house, containing important minerals like Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Maganese, Potassium, Sodium and Zinc. it also contains useful Vitamins. These includes A (Beta-Carotene and retinol), B1 (Thiamine), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), B6 (Pyridoxine), B12 (Cyanocobalamin), C (Ascorbic Acid), E (Tocopherol) and 18 Amino Acids. In addition to many other nutritional substances. There are around 400 species of Aloe, but Aloe Barbadensis millar plant which has been most use to mankind because of the medicinal properties it displays. it comes in Tea, Gel, Juice, Salve, Capsule and Decoction forms.

The Aloe Vera Plant

The Aloe Vera plant has been used for thousands of years to the treatment of different kind of illness and diseases. Aloe Vera plant is widely grown as an ornamental plant; however it is equaly popular as medicinal plant due to several Aloe Vera uses.

The lowe leaf of the plant is used for medicinal purpose. If the lower leaf is sliced open, the gel obtained can be applied on the affected area of the skin. Leaves and seeds are the two edible parts of Aloe Vera.

The Aloe Vera Leaf Structure is made up of four layers:

Rind - The Outer protective layer;

Sap - A layer of bitter fluid which helps protect the plant from animals;

Mucilage Gel - The inner part of the leaf that is filleted out to make Aloe Vera gel.

Aloe Vera (inner gel) contains the 8 essential Amino Acids that the human body needs but cannot manufacture.

FIVE UNIQUE BENEFITS OF ALOE VERA TO THE BODY

PENETRATION - Aloe has the ability to reach deepest body tissues sme 7 layers deep.
ANTICEPTIC - Aloe has at leat 6 anticeptic agents which kill bacteria, viruses and fungi.
STIMULATES CELL GROWTH - Aloe stimulates the birth of new healthy tissue.
SETTLES NERVES - Aloe has a clearing effect on the body's nervous system.
CLEANESS - Aloe detoxofoes and normalizes the body's metabolism.

ALOE IN HEALTH CARE

'Extract of Aloe Vera first became popular as a proven Skin Healer. Aloe is said to improve collagen repair, heal burns and prevent wrinkles. It is a powerful detoxifier, antiseptic and tonic for the nervous system. It also has immune-boosting and anti-viral properties. Benefits of Aloe Vera are as under:-

SKIN CARE

Aloe Vera plant relives the burned skin caused by sunburn.
Smooth and glowing skin can be achieved with the help of Aloe vera plant.
Aloe Vera plants are also helpful in curing blisters, insect bites and any allergic reactions, burns, wounds. It is a boon for people who have sensitive skin.
Healing properties of Aloe vera plant make it so beneficial for skin care. it helps in restoring skin's natural beauty.
It provides oxygen to the cells which strengthen the skin tissues and helps to keep the skin healthy.
To avoid dark circles under your eyes you can use this gel every night before sleeping to have less tired and more beautiful eyes.

CONSTIPATION

Aloe juice or a yellow, bitter liquied derived from the skin of the aloe leaf, is a powerful laxative.

DIABETES

Aloe juice may help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 (adult onset) diabetes

ACNE

Aloe Vera plant helps to cure acne by healing the scars and redness associated with acne.
Aloe Vera juice can be applied directly to the skin through gels, creams and lotions to cure acne.

Aloe Vera also has some External (Hair/Scalp, Sunburn Scratches, Lines due to aging, Burns, Irritations and Infections) and Internal (Cancer, Immune System, Stomach Problem, Anemia, Leukemia and Pain Suppression) uses. It is used medically for a very long time.

ALOE VERA JUICE BENEFITS

Drinking Aloe Vera Juice on a regular basis replenishes your body naturally with essential amino acids present in Aloe Vera plant.
It includes 12 natural substances that reduce inflammation without any side effects. Its Anti-Inflammatory benefits include joint and muscle mobility.
Aloe Vera plant juice when taken regularly supports digestion by naturally cleaning digestive system.
Aloe Vera plant with its immune enhancers support immune system.
The Oral uses of Aloe Vera plant juice are numerous. Aloe Vera benefits in relieving heartburn, arthritis, lower blood sugar levels.
It helps in strengthens gums and promotes strong and healthy teeth.
it is a wonderful tonic for the female reproductive system.
Aloe Vera plant gel is useful for healthy hair. Aloe vera can be used to treat dandruff as well as lice.

AFTER MEALS

Aloe Vera has been used in everything : food, medicine and cosmetics. It is full of goodness. When mixed with honey and lemon, it can be refreshing to eat as a sweet after a meal. The Receipe of Honey lemon Aloe Vera is as under:-

HONEY LEMON ALOE VERA

Ingredients :- 1 stalk of fresh Aloe Vera, 150 ML pure honey, juice of 1/2 lemon.

Method -

Skin the Aloe Vera, cut the flesh into small cubes.
Add honey to the Aloe Vera cubes and mix well.
Add lemon juice to the mixture and mix well.
Keep this mixture in regerigerator for at least one hour for the slimy mixture to settle and become watery.
When the slimy mixture has become watery and ready to be served, other fruits like peaches, strawberries or oranges can be added too.

Aloe Vera plant is considered to be a miracle plant because of its too many curative and healing health benefits. today scientists are even also looking Aloe vera juice capability in curing cancer and AIDS.