September 23, 2019

8 Amazing Benefits of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera has been used in homeopathic medicine for thousands of years, and for good reason. This wonder plant is loaded with vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants, making it very beneficial in both the treatment and prevention of several diseases and conditions. Take a minute and check out these 8 amazing health benefits of Aloe Vera!

Disclaimer:

There are risks and benefits to any new health regimen, even if it is natural and homeopathic. Always consult your doctor before incorporating Aloe Vera into your daily routine.They will be able to recommend proper dosing and route of ingestion and administration.

1. Aloe Vera Treats Cuts, Burns, Dermatitis, and Other Skin Ailments

Aloe Vera is an excellent treatment for cuts, scrapes, and burns. This is due to the cooling, soothing, and moisturizing properties it possesses. Rub it directly from the leaf onto the affected area of skin for quick relief of symptoms. It may even accelerate healing times of wounds and burns.

The gel in Aloe Vera leaves can be rubbed directly on cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Aloe vera is also an effective acne treatment. One of the main benefits of pure aloe vera over synthetic acne treatments, is that aloe is much gentler on the skin and typically won’t cause the same level of irritation as other chemical acne formulas.

Additionally, Aloe is commonly used as an ingredient in commercial beauty products and skin treatments due to it’s skin conditioning qualities.

2. Aloe Vera Can Treat Side-Effects of Chemo and Radiation Therapy

Aloe Vera helps ease the GI symptoms and mouth sores associated with chemotherapy. It also possesses anti-tumor properties which can help improve the efficacy of other cancer treatments.

Topical aloe also effectively treats burns caused by radiation therapy.

3. An Immune System Booster

Aloe Vera contains powerful antibacterial properties and antioxidant compounds which help provide a significant immune system boost. When ingested, it combats bacterial infections and carcinogens, assisting your body’s natural immune system. It also provides antibacterial support when rubbed on cuts and burns.

4. Conditions and Strengthens Hair

There are several benefits to using Aloe Vera on your hair and scalp. Aloe Vera helps condition hair with it’s moisturizing properties. It also promotes hair follicle growth, contributing to thicker, stronger hair.

Beauty product makers often incorporate aloe into gels, skin creams, and hair conditioners

Aloe Vera also repairs dead skin cells on the scalp, and helps reduce itchiness and dandruff.

5. Aloe Vera Can Treat Heartburn

Due to it’s soothing and anti-inflammatory effects, orally ingested aloe vera can effectively treat symptoms of upset stomach and acid reflux. Aloe Vera also reduces acid production in the stomach.

6. Promotes Digestive Health

Aloe Vera has a soothing effect on the GI system, and combats symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. When ingested orally, it inhibits growth of harmful H. Pylori bacteria which contribute to the development of ulcers.

Aloe Vera also treats symptoms of constipation, though it isn’t an approved treatment in the United States.

The thick, outer leaves of the aloe vera plant contain the most nutrients and health benefits

7. Aloe Vera Helps Treat Diabetes

Aloe Vera may help lower blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes. When taken orally, aloe improves cellular uptake of blood sugar by making cells more sensitive to insulin.

If you are diabetic, DON’T use aloe without a thorough consultation with your doctor. Aloe Vera combined with diabetes medications can cause low blood sugar.

8. Aloe Vera Improves Skin Condition

When used topically, Aloe Vera helps moisturize the skin and promotes collagen production. This contributes to improved skin elasticity and function.

Aloe Vera is often formulated into skin creams and moisturizers

Conclusion

Aloe Vera is a incredible plant with tons of health and wellness benefits. I’d love to hear how you incorporate this medicinal plant into your life, so make sure to leave a comment below. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to the blog so you don’t miss any new content!

Enjoy your Aloe Vera!

Cody

Thistle Downs Farm