Medicinal Uses Of Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera
Aloe has been well known for centuries for its healing properties, and both oral intake and topical dressings have been documented to facilitate healing of any kind of skin wound, burn, or scald - even speeding recovery time after surgery. Situations to try it on include blisters, insect bites, rashes, sores, herpes, urticaria, athlete’s foot, fungus, vaginal infections, conjunctivitis, sties, allergic reactions, and dry skin.
Leaf Juices
The leaf juices of the aloe plant have important medicinal uses, making aloe one of the most respected medicinal plants found in many gels, creams and lotions. Do not confuse aloe gel with aloe juice (drug aloes) , which acts as a strong laxative.
Highly Effective On Skin Problems
Aloe vera doesn’t need any introduction as it highly popular and widely used in the market. when we are talking about aloe vera plants they are mostly found in the regions of Africa but can be traced world wide according to climatic conditions. There are around 250 species of Aloe vera plants in the world.
Uses and Home Remedies using Aloe Vera
Others have reported benefits of Aloe Vera in treating Eczema and Psoriarsis, and a product called Aloe Propolis Crème is favoured by many for these conditions.
Aloe Vera is best used when used fresh from the plant. It doesn’t store well but can be bought as a preserved product. Aloe Vera can be used topically as well as taken internally. It has been used for mouth sores, what we call stomach sores, or cold sores.
The juice of aloe vera acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and reduces the amount of stomach juices.
How to Grow Aloe Vera Plants at Home
Established Aloe vera plants are available at almost any garden supplies shop or plant nursery.
Aloe plants are not very frost tolerant. If they are grown outdoors in warmer climates they should be planted in full sunlight, or partial shade. Apply a balanced liquid feed during the growing season.
