Aloe vera leaves - Aloe vera 100g

Aloe Vera origin

Aloe vera is a well-known old medicinal plant that has been used in self-medicine for thousands of years. The plant is thick-leaved and is believed to have originated in North Africa. Aloe grows in dry climates and is usually found in Africa and other dry areas. The plant can be about 60 to 100 cm in height. The leaves are thick and fleshy, green to green-grey.

Aloe - nutrients

Aloe consists of many valuable ingredients. It contains 75 potentially active ingredients: vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, salicylic acid and amino acids.

Vitamins: aloe vera contains vitamins A, C and E, which are antioxidants, vitamin B12, folic acid and choline - an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals,

Enzymes: Aloe vera contains enzymes: alkaline phosphatase, amylase, carboxypeptidase, catalase, cellulase, lipase and peroxidase. These enzymes help break down sugars and fats,

Minerals: Aloe contains calcium, chromium, copper, selenium, magnesium, manganese, potassium, sodium and zinc. These minerals are necessary for different enzyme systems to function normally,

Sugars: The plant contains monosaccharides (glucose and fructose) and polysaccharides. They are found in the mucilage of the plant and are known as mucopolysaccharides.

Plant steroids: Aloe contains four plant steroids: cholesterol, campesterol, β-sisosterol and lupeol.

Other: Aloe consists of 20 of the 22 amino acids required by the human body and 7 of the 8 amino acids required for the body to function normally. It also contains salicylic acid with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Aloe Vera uses:

*dishes

*cosmetics

*dietary supplements

*herbal products

Is Aloe Vera a safe plant to use?

Topical application of aloe vera for minor skin problems is safe for most people. It is generally well tolerated, although skin irritation and allergic reactions are possible. Never use aloe on severe cuts or burns.

Do not use aloe vera internally if you have the following problems:

*hemorrhoids,

*kidney disease,

*impaired renal function,

*heart disease,

*diabetes.

Pay attention to how your body reacts to aloe vera. If you experience any sensitivity or side effects, do not use aloe vera. Also, avoid taking aloe within two weeks of a scheduled surgery.

Possible side effects of aloe vera include:

*kidney problems,

*blood in the urine

*low potassium,

*muscle weakness,

*diarrhea,

*nausea or abdominal pain

*electrolyte imbalance.

IMPORTANT!

Pregnant or nursing women and children under 12 should avoid taking aloe vera orally.