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Health Care With Aloe Vera
ALOE VERA The ancestral Aloe Vera is a plant that evolved from the lily family, on which garlic is also a member. Both possess great curative and nutritive properties. Aloe Vera, with its curative and regenerative properties, is mentioned in Bible passages as well as in ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics, carried by Alexander the Great on his conquests as the only palliative for bruises and injuries. In modern times, Aloe Vera is being rediscovered. Now, however, it has undergone more serious and in depth investigations, including laboratory analysis and controlled clinical tests and assure the effectiveness of its curative properties. Of the 240 types of Aloe Vera that exist, the one that has the greatest nutritional and therapeutic properties is the Aloe Vera barbadensis. The Aloe Vera plant contains its greatest nutritional properties after 3 years of age. The succulent Aloe Vera gel is obtained from within the leaves, from which it is necessary to remove the peel or skin, leaving a slimy, sticky, gelatin-like tissue containing tremendous medicinal properties. This marvelous gel cannot be exposed to the elements for more that 2 hours since it tends to oxidize easily, thus losing some of its therapeutic properties. This makes it necessary to subject it to a stabilization process, or refrigeration to neutralize the undesirable effects of oxygenation. Laboratories like the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine in What are the properties in Aloe that makes it such a marvelous natural product for health and beauty? PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ALOE VERA 1. PAIN INHIBITOR: - Aloe Vera reduces pain upon application to the affected area. Unlike the majority of other products available, it has the ability to penetrate very deeply. Aloe Vera blocks pain in the deep layers of skin due to its active components and their power to penetrate and ease inflammation. 2. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY, ANTI-ALLERGENIC:- Aloe works in away similar to steroids, like cortisone but without the harmful side effects. Several compounds in aloe are responsible for these actions. The most important are Glycoprotein, which inhibit and actually break down Bradykinin, a major mediator of pain and inflammation & also have various Anthraquinones & Salicylates the same anti-inflammatory and pain killing agents founding aspirin. Aloe is very helpful in healing skin abrasions & burns because it contains magnesium lactate, a substance that inhibits the histamine reactions made by the immune system in response to irritants. For this reason, you can use it for every type of inflammation like Bursitis, Arthritis, or even Insect Bites. For best results, soak a cotton ball with Aloe and place it on the skin, covering it to keep the Aloe from evaporating. One important thing to remember is that aloe does not contain cortisone. But have enzymes and other elements which work extremely well in relieving soreness in affected areas. 3. HEALING ACION: - Aloe Vera has very high levels of calcium, zinc & potassium, as well as Vitamin C & E in Aloe Vera. These minerals promote the formation of a net of fibers that trap the red corpuscles of the blood, thus speeding the healing process. Calcium is a very important element in the proper function of the nervous system. and in the use of muscles. It is a great catalyst in all healing. 4. KERATOLIC ACTION: - This is the action of removing damaged skin, replacing it with new skin cells. It also allows the free flow of blood through the veins and arteries, clearing them of small blood clots. 5. ANTIBIOTIC ACTION:- (a). ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY:- It has been proven to stop the destructive action of many bacteria such as salmonella Staphylococcus that produce pus, also combats Escherichia coli, streptococcus facials as well as being very effective against the fungus Candida Albicans, etc. Aloe is excellent in eliminating bacteria, as well as preventing infection when a greater than 75 % concentration is directly applied to the affected area. (b). ANTI-VIRAL ACTIVITY: - Fights viruses when used in a greater than 75 %concentration and applied directly the affected area. Aloe is very effective against the vaginal tricomona straih of virus. Acemman (acetil-manosa). This substance found in Aloe Vera has been very effective in combating certain virus. It is presently being injected to combat a certain type of Leukemia and Fibro sarcomas in animals and being studied as an aid to AZT in fighting the HIV virus (AIDS). (c. ANTI-FUNGAL ACTIVITY: - It acts as a fungicide when applied directly to the fungus. 6. CELL REGENERATION: - Aloe possesses a hormone that accelerates the growth of new cells, also eliminating the old ones. Due to the presence of calcium in aloe, which regulates the amount of liquid in the cells, internal and external equilibrium is maintained. This creates healthy cells in all body tissues. SKIN CANCER: - Aloe will be the weapon against skin cancer in the future, says Dr. Faith Strickland of M.D. Anderson Cancer Centre at the An important fact is that Aloe contains 21 Amino Acids which the human body needs for the formation of proteins and tissues (proteins are networks formed by the combination of various amino acids). In addition it contains minerals like calcium, phosphorous, copper, iron, manganese, magnesium, potassium & sodium, essential elements for metabolism and cellular operation. 7. ENERGIZER: - Aloe helps to promote good metabolism. That is, the production of energy which the body needs. Also, because it contains Vitamin C, its acts to stimulate & improve circulation & the proper function of the cardiovascular system. Vitamin C is not produced by the body & therefore we must provide it externally. The vitamin is very important in the strengthening of the immune system, circulatory & digestive systems & plays a role in the prevention of a vast amount of illness. 8. DIGESTIVE: - Aloe contains a great number of enzymes. Some enzymes are produced by the body (pancreas) but others are not, and these need to be supplied to the body externally. In the digestive process the enzymes transform proteins by breaking them down into their amino acids components, carbohydrates into sugars (glucose), and fats into components. The transformed elements are then absorbed by the intestine and passed on to the circulatory system. One component of Aloe, Aloin, is used as a laxative. The aloin is extracted from the outer rind of the leaf. In gastrointestinal problems, Aloe appears to slow down the emptying of the stomach & to inhibit the release of excess hydrochloric acid & the enzyme pepsin. 9. DETOXIFICATION: - Due to the potassium which it contains, Aloe Vera improves & stimulates the liver & the kidneys, the principal organs of detoxification. Aloe contains uronic acid which eliminates toxic materials within the cells. The first time aloe is ingested it may ends to cause a slight case of diarrhea because it causes an initial cleansing of the intestines, from bacteria as well as from food stuck in the folds or in the diverticulum. 10. REHYDRATION OF THE SKIN: - Aloe penetrates deeply & restores lost liquids. It also repairs damaged tissue from the inside out, burns & sunburns. 11. NUTRITIONAL:- Aloe contains 21 of the 23 Amino Acids, 8 of the 9 essential Amino Acids, (building blocks of proteins) that the body needs to form cells tissue, It also contains enzymes necessary in breaking down carbohydrates, fats and proteins in the stomach and intestine. Aloe contains a large variety of vitamins likeB1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, A, C, D, 12. NATURAL CLEANSER (CONTAINSSAPONINS):- Aloe is a natural cleanser due to the oils it contains. On the other hand, due to the presence of proteolitic enzymes, it destroys dead tissues, thus cleaning wounds. 13. FIGHTS IRRIATIONS:- Eliminates burning & itching (useful for bites, rashes etc.) 14. DILATES VESSELS:- Dilates the capillaries, thus increasing blood flow. 15. GREAT VEHICLE OF TRANSPORTATION:- Due to the presence of lignin, aloe penetrates & is the perfect vehicle to transport other elements with which it is combined deep inside the skin. This is why there are thousands of medical & cosmetic products mixed with Aloe. Here are some examples, In combination with eucalyptus & jojoba, it eases the pain by penetrating the three layers of skin, entering the muscle region. Mixed with Bee Propolies it makes an excellent cream for skin infections. Mixed with Coconut Oil & sun block, it makes an excellent sun screen. 16. SIDE EFFECTS:- Aloe Barbadensis has no known side effects. 17. IN DENTISTRY:- Dr.Timothy E. Moore of the 18. IN BEAUTY CARE:- it is well known that nefertiti & Cleopatra used Aloe for their beauty treatments. Now Aloe has become a tradition in beauty care, being an important element in many types of Beauty Products. Facial Cleansing is important for keeping your face soft& supple. This is especially important because your skin is exposed to so many elements, such as wind, dust & sun, which cause it to lose some of its youthful features. Aloe has two components: lignin (cellulose) & Polysaccharide(Carbohydrates), which truly penetrate the three layers of skin, the epidermis, the dermis, & the hypodermis, & clean out bacteria & oil deposits that block your pores. Also the natural nutrients, like minerals, vitamins, the 21 Amino Acids & enzymes, stimulate the reproduction of new cells, replacing the dead skin cells. If the epidermis can’t get rid of these cells & oil, the skin’s pores will become blocked & the sweat glands won’t be able to function correctly. Infections begin to form in the skin. Because of its power to regenerate, heal, tone & its ability to penetrate deeply, it is used in moisturizing creams, night creams, mask, shampoos, toning creams, & facial cleansing creams, etc. It is also used in suntan & other skin protection lotions. Aloe is also used in creams for muscular & rheumatic pain & stiffness. Also, in gelatin form it is used to combat acne. Aloe easily combines with many different natural products & household products, like shampoos & cleansers.
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