Aloe vera is a powerful medicinal plant that belongs to the
lily family. It has a cactus-like appearance, with thick thorn edged leaves. It
grows in warm dry regions. Central America , Southern Europe, Africa, Asia and
the Caribbean. Ayurvedic medicine considers aloe to be oestrogenic. This
accounts for its vitalizing properties for women.
Aloe’s main constituents are
The gel, which is found inside the leaves
The exudate, which is obtained from the juice, from cells
beneath the tough outer skin. The exudate contains active substances which have
a laxative effect, most is removed in the extraction process. The traces that
remain contribute to the overall health benefits of aloe vera.
Peptic Ulcers
Aloe’s effectiveness in the treatment of peptic ulcers was
reported in “The Journal of the American Osteopathological Society.” The
patients showed complete recovery after taking one tablespoon of aloe vera gel
daily, for twelve months. This study concluded that aloe vera gel is an effective
dermulcent. It has been suggested that the aloe gel inhibits gastric acid
secretion. This action further prevents and treats peptic ulcers.
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