Health Benefits of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera also speeds up tissue regeneration by stimulating fibroblasts, cells that are widely distributed in connective tissue and responsible for the production of collagen. Collagen strengthens new tissue formation. Plant growth hormones in aloe, aid wound healing as well, by increasing protein synthesis.

Leg Ulcers

Aloe vera gel was successfully used topically in a study involving a small number of patients with chronic leg ulcers. The gel was applied to the ulcers on gauze bandages. A rapid reduction in ulcer size was noted, while two thirds of the patients had complete relief.

Aloe’s glucomannan has a direct effect on the immune system, activating and stimulating macrophages, monocytes, antibodies and T-cells.

 Article by Dr J C Pittman