Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 ALOE VERA This medicinal plant dates back 6,000 years, and has been in use for all that time. HAVE you ever wondered how is it that remote peoples and tribes untouched by the modern world have natural foods and medicines that they use and, as a result, are so much more healthy and vibrant than we are? And why do we in the civilized world, who are so well educated and have so much scientific knowledge about foods, nutrition, medicine, functions, etc, suffer from so many "modern" afflictions? It is because all our nutritional and health requirement are available naturally. But while the remote people rely only on nature, we, in the process of modernization, have lost sight of nature's gold mine. And of the natural foods and healing herbs that nature has to offer, the one that gives the widest and most consistent benefits is the aloe vera plant. The effective remedies attributed to this plant in both humans and animals are far too many to mention here, but the gel and juice really works wonders for many people in so many different situations. What is aloe vera? ORIGINALLY from Africa, aloe vera is a succulent plant with spiky, fleshy leaves that contain a clear gel that has healing properties. Aloe vera gel has been used as a skin soother for thousand of years-in fact, legend has it that cleopatra used aloe as part of her beauty routine. Inside the leaves of the aloe vera plant, there is a thick clear gel, which is a natural source of many nutrients. In fact, there are about 75 substances, which meet the body's needs in maintaining health and vitality. However, the reason for aloe vera's remarkable health- giving qualities lies not only with the number of nutrients contained but with their natural balance. Aloe vera is a miraculous healing plant and a virtual necessity for minor emergencies. In fact, aloe vera gel should be included in every family's first aid can such a balance of such vital nutrients be found in one foodstuff. The Traditional uses of aloe vera · Burns · DID YOU KNOW: The amazing aloe leaf bursts with over 75 nutrients and 200 active compounds, including 20 minerals, 18 amino acids, and 12 vitamins. It's a nutritional powerhouse and a true gift from nature! No wonder some people have called Aloe Vera, "Nature's Own First Aid Kit" .. Insect bites · Infection · Abrasions .. Rashes · Acne · Skin cancer · Chicken pox · Eczema · Psoriasis · Backpain · Cuts · Scars · Skin ulcers · Stretch marks · Varicose veins · Sore feet · Sore muscles · Scalp rejuvenation · Hare rejuvenation · Gum disease · Herpes · Shingles · Poison ivy · Diaper rash · Hemorrhoids · Sunburn · Aged skin · Weathered skin · Vaginal dryness · Athletic injury · General body pains Note:- Consult a physician when inedible attention is required. Health benefits of aloe vera juice Hundreds of scientific papers describing the activities of Aloe Vera Gel, when taken internally and when applied externally to skin and hair, have been reviewed. · Aloe juice benefits are many, such as aloe Vera juice boosts a person's immune system. · A component of aloe vera, namely acemannan, is an approved veterinary treatment for feline Leukemia believed to be caused by a virus similar to HIV. · Acemannan improves the immunity of people with AIDS. · The effective daily dosage of acemannan for AIDS patients (to boost their immune system) is at least 800 mg. That is like drinking three pints of aloe vera juice a day. Just imagine what it does for a healthy person. · Chinese medicine considers aloe vera to be very yin. Excellent for detoxifying the body and preventing illness. Great for sore throats. · Aloe vera juice contains Vitamins A, B, C and E, a multitude of minerals and enzymes. It is so complex, not all of its components have been identified yet, but it is an excellent nutritious supplement. Certain characteristics of Aloe Vera are described repeatedly and are well documented. · Anatural cleanser · Penetrates tissue · Anesthetizes the tissue in the area it is applied, relieving pain deep beneath the surface,including pain associated with joints and sore muscles. · Bactericidal, Viruscidal, and Fungicidal when in direct contact in high concentration for long periods of time. · Reduces bleeding · Antipyretic-reduces the fever . · Nutritional, providing a wide range of vitamins and minerals. · Dilates capillaries increasing blood supply in the area it is applied. · Breaks down and digests dead tissue through the action of proteolytic enzymes, hastening the regenerative phase of healing. · Enhances normal cell proliferation, hastening healing. · Moisturizes tissues · Extremely safe when applied externally or ingested, and generally regarded as a safe food additive HIMALAYAN HERBAL PRODUCTS 7th Mill Stone, Ludhiana Road Malerkotla (India) Tel No :- 91-1675-254297,256121 E-Mail: - jmata Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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