Aloe vera
Aloe vera is a healing plant used to treat
sunburns,
minor burns, scrapes, ulcers, arthritis and
constipation, making it a virtual necessity for
minor emergencies.
Aloe vera has healing, soothing and cleansing
properties making it an ideal addition to any
medicine cabinet. It may be used internally
or externally to utilize the plant's unique healing
properties.
The juice, leaf or gel extracted from the aloe
vera plant can be used to treat a variety of skin
conditions or to soothe the intestinal system.
Aloe vera provides anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving
substances that are especially beneficial for treating
the gastrointestinal tract and skin inflammations.
Aloe vera gel may be used to relieve minor skin
irritations, including scrapes, burns, insect bites,
sunburns,
diaper rash, itching and poison ivy. Aloe vera gel
spreads evenly for faster absorption and penetration.
Aloe vera supplies the body with vitamins, minerals
and 18 amino acids. It also contains B vitamins 1, 2,
and 6, vitamin C,
niacinamide, choline and the minerals calcium, iron,
lecithin, magnesium, manganese, potassium, sodium
and zinc.
