Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. It’s stemless or very short-stemmed and leaves are thick and fleshy. The margin of the leaf is serrated and has small white teeth. The leaves are full of a jelly-like substance with medical properties. Plant propagation can be done by cuttings, stems and seeds. Aloe vera has orange flowers; they can grow and germinate when turn into seeds. Aloe vera grows mainly in tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates. Aloe Vera gel consists primarily of water; the remainder contains many materials. They can reduce and repair inflammation, also have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, E, zinc, amino acids, essential fatty acids, calcium and aloe are in the plant. Aloe vera with laxative effects and anti-inflammatory properties is useful for the stomach, small intestine and colon.
Benefits:
boost immune system
relieve constipation and cleans the intestines
might be useful for asthma
relieve dyspepsia
can be useful for epilepsy
good for backache
useful for blood purification
relieve the itching caused by insect bites
said to be useful for eczema
good for bloody diarrhea
prevent hair loss
cleanse the liver
heal wounds
one of the best moisturizing creams to the skin
good for diabetic people
Today, companies use aloe vera in their food or pharmaceutical industry. One of the problems is to peel Aloe vera; peeling would take a lot of time and energy, so experts at Fater Sanat have developed devices to peel as well as slice it. See them in products section.