In appearance, the plant somewhat resembles a cactus with its spiny leaves and semi-desert habitat. It grows almost around the world: in Asia, America, Europe and Africa. Due to its excellent ability not to pass moisture, it can survive for a long time even when pulled out with the root. Today we will talk about the most
amazing aloe vera
plant , whose beneficial properties and contraindications were known in ancient Egypt, where its juice was used for embalming. Nowadays, many lovers of indoor plants, aloe is considered one of the favorite because of its diverse properties. Why do they love aloe vera so much?
Beneficial features. Composition
It includes about 75 nutrients, among which the most basic ones are B vitamins (B1-3, B12), A, C and E, minerals and trace elements: zinc, calcium, magnesium, sodium, manganese, chromium, potassium. Lignin, amino acids, saponin and other useful substances should also be distinguished. Due to this combination, aloe is a powerful weapon against all infections and bacteria. What does aloe vera treat?
Properties and features
- In general, aloe juice has a restorative effect on the human body. It improves metabolism, cleanses the body of infections, fungi and other bacteria.
- Aloe juice can disinfect cuts, wounds, and even completely get rid of them.
- By applying aloe to the skin, acne, dermatitis, ulcers, burns, and the effects of frostbite can be cured.
- Aloe vera is also irreplaceable in cosmetology. It is part of sunscreens that strengthen shampoos, as well as creams for problem skin, because it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties (promotes regeneration, the disappearance of scars, getting rid of bruises; it slows down the aging process).
- The plant has a beneficial effect on the digestive system. If you drink one teaspoon of juice daily after each meal, you will not only facilitate all the processes of the system, but also improve your appetite.
- For gastritis and constipation, a good specialist will definitely advise aloe vera.
Aloe Vera Recipes. Useful properties and contraindications
- With a runny nose, it is recommended to drip nose with aloe juice for about a week. This will help get rid of infectious complications and improve breathing.
- Juice can also be used to treat cataracts and other eye diseases.
- Diluted with water, juice can be gargled, and then pure juice is usually added to milk and drunk for sore throats.
- Against herpes, it is necessary to lubricate the inflammation every day with aloe juice.
- When treating stomach ulcers, one spoonful of aloe vera juice is prescribed on an empty stomach. Useful properties and contraindications, however, in this case are separated by a fine line. So, with acute inflammation of the intestine, cystitis, liver disease, aloe can do much harm! For diseases that are characterized by bleeding (hemorrhoids, ulcers, as well as menstruation), aloe is strictly forbidden to be taken orally, and for serious diseases of the heart and liver, aloe vera should also be discarded.
- From exhaustion of the body, you can make yourself a healthy slurry from honey, walnuts, lemon juice and aloe vera.
The useful properties and contraindications of this room doctor are now known to you. It remains to adopt his best recipes for your health!