The health benefits of aloe vera are countless, as the plant, in addition to being medicinal, is also a natural antioxidant.
Aloe Vera, popularly known as aloe vera, is a medicinal plant originating in Africa and famous for being beneficial for health and aesthetics. Among the benefits of aloe vera are, for example, anti-oxidant, antihistamine and anti-inflammatory actions.
The name “aloe vera” was given due to its gelatinous consistency, compared to drool. Furthermore, it is important to remember that there are more than 200 species of the plant, all with similar characteristics to each other.
The benefits of aloe vera for aesthetics are very popular among women. The use of the plant has positive results for healing wounds and also helping to combat aging, reducing, for example, wrinkles and expression lines.
Are you curious to know more about the benefits of aloe vera? So, stay here and we, at Àrea de Mulher, have separated everything you need to know, in addition to a recipe using the medicinal plant.
Benefits of aloe vera
The benefits of aloe vera are countless, both for the health and functioning of the body, and for aesthetic purposes, helping, for example, to hydrate the hair and bring firmness to the skin. Therefore, check out all the benefits of Aloe Vera below.
- Moisturizing action for skin and hair;
- Aloe vera is anti-inflammatory, calming and healing;
- Try to stay two fios;
- Reduces body temperature, therefore reducing fever;
- Another benefit of aloe vera is that the plant can be used to help with weight loss;
- Reduces cellulite;
- Stimulates hair growth;
- Combats wrinkles and expression lines;
- Aloe vera can be a natural makeup remover;
- Last but not least, Aloe Vera can be used to combat herpes.
In addition, aloe vera can also be used to treat, for example, problems such as muscle pain, flu, insomnia, constipation and digestive problems.
How to consume
In Brazil, the use of Aloe Vera is only authorized in cosmetic products and herbal medicines. On the other hand, in other countries, the plant has been used mainly as a supplement to treat obesity.
However, homemade recipes like juice and skin gel can be made for consumption.
Contraindications
The use of aloe vera is contraindicated for children and pregnant women during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Furthermore, the plant should also be avoided by patients with inflammation of the uterus or ovaries, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, bladder stones, varicose veins, appendicitis, prostatitis, cystitis, dysentery and nephritis.
Its excessive use can also cause various gastrointestinal disorders, such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. In some cases, constipation and kidney irritation are common.
It is also important to remember, before consuming aloe vera, to check whether the plant is of the Barbadensis Miller type, as this is the most recommended for human use, as the others can be toxic and harmful to health.
Recipe – Aloe vera juice
Firstly, to prepare homemade aloe vera juice, you must remove the leaves from the plant, cut off the thorns and wash. Soon after, it is necessary to remove all the yellow part present in the plant. Furthermore, it is recommended that you discard the entire shell and use only the gelatinous part.
Finally, add the gelatinous part of the aloe vera to the blender, with 1 liter of water. Add, if you want, a spoonful of honey and a lemon, to remove the strong taste of the plant. And then, just blend and serve for consumption!
By the way, what did you think of our article about the benefits of aloe vera? Take the opportunity to also check out: Centella Asiatica, what is it for? Benefits and how to use.
Sources: Ecycle, My life, Your health, Your Health 2.
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