ALOE VERA
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Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that is being used to treat various health conditions. It is grown in Africa and the buzz at the moment is that it works and has worked for thousands of years.
It has long been known as a treatment for sores, particularly burns, including sunburns.
And we are gonna show you how, and why!!
Therapeutic Properties
Aloe vera is excellent for the digestive system, look at the list below in awe, for its therapeutic properties:
- Antidiarrhoeal
- Antimicrobial
- Antiretroviral and antiviral
- Astringent
- Bactericidal
- Detoxifying
- Emolient
- Fungicidal
- Anti-inflammatory
- Laxative
- Stimulant
- Skin-regenerative
- Stomachic and tonic
- Vermifuge
- Vulnerary
So... You ask yourself what can it actually help me with? You will get answers from the list lower down.
And the first step to be taken to use Aloe Vera for any of the ailments below is to take it in CONSULTATION with your Doctor.
- Acne
- Constipation
- Psoriasis
- Hemorroids
- Eczema
- Herpes Simplex
- Promotes Oral Digestion
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Dehydration
- Sunburn
- Side Effects of Radiation
- Stimulation of Collagen
- Leg Ulcers
- Improves signs of Aging
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Digestive Help
- Relieves Heartburn
- Enhances Skin
When to apply the Gel
BLISTERS: Smear the blister with aloe vera juice, you can apply the juice directly from the plant.
SUNBURN: There is evidence that aloe vera juice may really help wound healing.
Test a small area first to make sure you are not allergic to the aloe juice.
Simply break a leaf off and apply the gel directly from the plant.
BURNS: 2 to 3 days after your burn, snip off a fresh piece of aloe and use the plants natural healing moisture.
The analgesic action will make your wound feel better.
PLAQUE IN YOUR TEETH: You can brush your teeth with the Aloe Gel.
SORE GUMS: Dab a bit of Aloe Vera Gel on a cotton swab and apply it to the spots in your gums where the dentures are rubbing.
Avoid eating at least and hour after application
Warnings!
Aloe Vera should not be taken during:
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Menstruation
It should also not be used if you are on medications that are Anti-diabetic, if you are younger than 12 years and should you have any sort of intestinal obstruction.
P.S. It is believed in certain circles, that Aloe Vera can stimulate fertility, but unfortunately there is no real medical evidence showing that this is a fact.
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Arnica
Keep a tube of this cream for relief for muscle strains as well as bruises.
Calendula
Get this from your health shop in a cream or gel form and use as a salve for burns, cuts, scrapes and insect bites
Chammomile
Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.
Echinacea
You can get these at your health shop as an extracts or capsuled and use for colds, flu, cuts, infections and scrapes.
Eucalyptus
An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.
Ginger
Use this herb as a fresh root from your veggie store, or if you like gardening, grow them, it is an excellent medication for colds, respiratory congestion, nausea and stomach upsets
Lavender
Keep Lavender as an essential oil for stress, insomnia and headaches.
Sea Salt
Gargle with this salt for sore throats and also for bath salts.
Tea Tree
Use as an essential oil for skin infections and insect bites.
Valerian
Use as an extract for mild pain relief and insomnia
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