Aloe vera is the miraculous herb with multi dimensional health benefits.  The medicinal use of aloe vera was well known from centuries. The reference of medicinal and cosmetic uses of aloe vera available in Indian system of medicine(Ayurveda) 5000 BC and Egyptian in 6000BC.

The leaves of aloe vera contain gel like substance which is having anti inflammatory, anti microbial, anti oxidant and wound healing properties. The aloe vera is safe for both internal and external use.

The fresh plant is best for use, but commercial aloe vera products like Liquid, gel or dried one can be used.

How to extract gel from Aloe vera Leaves?

  • Cut the leaves from the base of aloe vera plant and allow the cut leaves to stand for fifteen minutes for the yellow latex to drain. Then wash the leaves to remove latex.
  • Cut the both sides of the leaves which contain thorns. Then peel the skin from one side of the leaves with knife or blade.
  • Scrape out the clear gel with spoon or knife.

Health benefits:IMG_4705

  1. Aloe vera for Dry skin:
  • Aloe vera best natural moisturizer, its gel get absorb quickly into the skin, make the skin smooth and prevents from dryness.
  • Method of Use: Rub the inner sides of cut leaf on skin or Apply aloe vera gel directly over face. Allow to absorb into the skin completely then rinse with warm water.
  1. Aloe vera for Hair growth:
  • Aloe vera is the one stop solution for most of the hair related complaints. Aloe vera is a great hair conditioner it Improves hair growth, removes dandruff, prevent from hair fall and provide nourishment to the scalp.
  • Method of use: Apply aloe vera gel over scalp and hair with light head massage, leave for 30 minutes and rinse.
  1. Aloe vera for Sunburns:
  • Applying fresh aloe vera gel over sunburn help in reduce inflammation, irritation of the skin and regenerate new tissues.
  1. Aloe vera for Itching or allergy urticaria:
  • Minerals in aloe vera like magnesium inhibits histamine formation hence aloe vera having anti pruritic action.
  • Method of use: Aloe vera gel application over urticarial rashes prevents from itching and irritation.
  1. Aloe vera Nutritional supplement:
  • Aloe vera contain essential nutrients like Vitamin A, E, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, Vitamin C, Folic acid, Minerals like Calcium, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, sodium, potassium etc, Enzymes. Out of 22 essential Amino acids required for human body, 20 are present in aloe vera.
  1. Aloe vera for Pimples:
  • Aloe vera contain the enzymes like carboxypeptidase which has anti-inflammatory property, it helps to reduce inflammation and pain in pimples.
  • Method of Use: Rub the inner sides of cut leaf on skin or Apply aloe vera gel directly over pimple. Aloe vera gel regular application cure pimple and maintain smoothness and fresh complexion.
  1. Aloe vera for Constipation:
  • Drinking of aloe vera juice early morning improves the intestinal movements there by relieves from constipation.
  1. Aloe vera for Indigestion:IMG_4729
  • Poor appetite or indigestion is one of the cause for most of the digestive system related complaints. Aloe vera juice acts like appetiser improves digestion and absorption.
  • Dose: 10 to 20 ml of aloe vera juice along with double the quantity of water, twice daily before food.
  1. Aloe vera for Burns & Insect bite:
  • The anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties of aloe vera gives a excellent result in healing burns, scalds and insect bite.
  • Method of use: Cover the burn wound with fresh aloe vera gel.
  1. Aloe vera for Wounds/Ulcers
  • The rich vitamin C, E and Mineral Zinc in aloe vera helps for wound healing and also stimulates microcirculation in chronic ulcers and wounds.
  1. Immunoimodulator and Immunostimulent:
  • The regular intake of aloe vera juice acts like immunobooster in HIV patients. The phytochemical emodin and lectins present in aloe vera are anti-tumor agents that control cancer and stimulate the growth of non-cancer cells.