The are numerous benefits of aloe Vera to the human body, is been used from centuries and has an unique history which you will be astonished to know. So, without any delay let’s take a glance at aloe vera!
BRIEF ABOUT ALOE VERA
Aloe vera origins are found in Africa(Sudan) and it is extensively found in different temperate and tropical regions of the world like America, Australia, Nigeria, etc.
It used to be and is still extensively used in Indian Medicine System. Aloe vera is made from the words “Aloe” which is derived form the Arabic word, “Alloeh” which means “a substance with shining bitter character” and “Vera” which is a latin word meaning “true”.
Aloe vera is called “Ghritkumari” in sanskrit where “Kumari” means “young girl” and it is named so because it was believed that consumption of aloe vera brings youthful energy of a young girl.
Aloe Vera leaves are triangular and edgy has mainly three parts:
(1)The skin which is green in colour, contains carbohydrates and protein.
(2)The gel which is inside the aloe vera leaves, contains 99% water and rest other contains glucomannans, acemannans, amino acids, lipids, vitamins and sterols.
(3)And there is a yellow sap between the gel and skin of the aloe vera which is known as latex and contains anthraquinones and glycosides.
MIND BOGGLING FACTS ABOUT ALOE VERA
1)The mentor and childhood tutor of Alexander the Great, Aristotle once asked him to capture the island of Socotra in Indian Ocean solely for the reason that it was rich in aloe vera and that plant can be used by them to heal their wounded soldiers.
2)The Egyptian Queens such as Nefertiti and Cleopatra also used to use aloe vera in their skin care routine and it was responsible for their enchanting beauty and youthfulness.
3)Great ancient physicians like Cayo Plinio Segundo(Pliny the Elder), Aulus Cornelius Celsus(Celsus), Aelius Galenus Claudius(Galen), King Soloman, etc., vastly used aloe vera for numerous medical treatments and stressed the importance of it.
4)Studies have found that aloe vera has more than 75 nutrients, more than 200 active compounds, approximately 20 minerals, various amino acids, vitamins and enzymes.
Our ancients knew the significance of aloe vera’s miraculous benefits and as well as the scientific studies which are happening all around the world are now proving them. Let’s find out what are these!
BENEFITS OF ALOE VERA
1. Benefits of Aloe Vera for Skin
The shelves of most shops and stores are dominated with aloe vera products, have you ever wondered why?
Aloe vera is one of the most commonly used ingredients in cosmetology and beautification because it possess properties like anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, promotes collagen synthesis, moreover it is the safest to use as it is non-toxic which makes it best for utilization of it in the form of moisturizer, face wash, face pack, etc. and helps in dealing with acne, dark spots, hyper-pigmentation, sunburn and other skin issues.
2.Benefits of Aloe Vera for Hair
Aloe vera gel is even recommended to be used on the hair as it contains numerous vitamins like vitamin A, C, E, B12, folic acid and many other compounds which soothes and helps to tackle hair problems like itchy scalp, dry scalp and even promotes hair growth.
3.Benefits of Aloe Vera for Dental and Oral Hygiene
Nowadays, many companies are producing aloe vera based toothpastes and mouthwashes because they are aware of the fact it possesses properties like anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, etc., which gives relief to problems like swelling and bleeding gums, bad breath, etc., maintains oral hygiene as well as keeping dental health on check.
4.Benefits of Aloe Vera for Digestive System
Patients suffering from inflammatory bowel diseases, constipation and other stomach related issues are often strongly recommended to consume aloe vera juice as aloe vera has a yellow layer, known latex in it which works as a laxative because it has compounds like anthraqinone and glycosides which helps a lot in handling such issues.
But despite of its advantages it is often warned to pregnant women, women going through menstrual cycle, nursing mothers and kids to keep distance from this latex.
5.Natural First-Aid Box
Aloe vera is been used from ages to heal minor wounds, burns, cuts and bruises as it has compounds like glucomannan, acemannan, etc., which helps increasing collagen and also due to the presence of its other properties like anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, etc., it boosts the recovery of such injuries.
6.Fights several diseases
Aloe vera also has the potential of reducing various diseases like acidity, indigestion, ulcers, liver infection, intestinal infection, HIV, cancer, diabetes, etc., to a certain degree and also it is recommended for heart patients. But studies have not conclusively proven them and cannot be recommended as a safe alternative to authentic mode of treatment, however still consuming it is beneficial and safe.
FORMS OF ALOE VERA CONSUMPTION
There are primarily two form of consumption of aloe vera:
(1)Aloe vera gel which applied on skin and hair.
(2)Aloe vera juice is also a way of consumption.
TAKEAWAY
All in all, aloe vera is one of the most beneficial and non-toxic herb that is almost recommended to all type of individuals including patients and should be incorporated by everyone in their daily lifestyle and experience the internal improvement of your body because of it.
The benefits of aloe vera are so vital that even the historic people were fond of using it.
