So far, it was just a
juice recommended by nutritionists and dieticians. But dig more into
the history of Aloe Vera and it has several benefits for the future of
medicine.
Aloe Vera has fast become one of the most commonly used plants in herbal
cosmetics and medicines. Whether its creams, gels, lotions, showergels
or just plain Aloe Vera juice, it is here to stay. But ever wondered
where this plant hascome from and how all of a sudden it has become such
a rage in the ayurvedic, herbal and medical world?
It is believed that there have been mentions of the Aloe plant in the
Rig Veda, which is the earliest book of natural medicine dating BCE
4,500 and BCE 1,600. Ayurvedic practitioner Dr Meghna Dixit says, "It
was somewhere around BCE 5,000 that most of the plants mentioned in the
Rig Veda were written by Dhanwantri, the God of Ayurveda. In this book,
Aloe Vera is specifically recommended for the reproductive system, liver
and dealing with worms when injected or consumed. External uses
included healing of wounds." A complete detail about its medicinal uses
was also found in Papyrus ebers, an Egyptian document written in BCE
1,550. There were around 12 formulae given in this book to mix the Aloe
Vera gel with other agents to solve skin and internal disorders.
Gradually getting noticed due to its various advantages, particularly in
India the use of Aloe Vera plants were widely spread around 375 BC.
The Chinese were recorded to have used Aloe between 772 and 842 on
eczematous rashes and again between 960 and 1276 it was used for the
treatment of eczema.
The use of Aloe was noted by W. Turner in 1568 and by J.R. Coxe
in 1818 for the use of healing wounds. These are described in the
publications of Herbal and The Dispensatory of the United States of
America respectively.
Jamaicans are said to relieve headaches with Aloe. Spanish
missionaries frequently carried it with them upon visiting the sick.
Seminole Indians applied Aloe to incisions after surgery.
Mexican Indians used it for all sorts of stomach and intestinal
disorders, longevity, bladder and kidney infections and also for
prostatitis. The prevention of scars from wounds and the improvement of
the scalp and growth of hair have been the reason for the use of Aloe in
Java.
Survivors of the A-Bomb blast in Japan tell of the use of Aloe
to treat radiation burns. This in truth prompted the Los Alamos
Scientific Laboratory for the United States Atomic Energy Commission to
test Aloe Vera on radiation burns. The results showed complete healing
in two months as compared to the untreated area which was still not
completely healed after four months.
Forever Living Products offers you a complete line of nurturing products
based on 100% pure aloe vera gel. Harvested by hand from our own
plantations and immediately stabilized for purity, our aloe nourishes
your body—inside and out—with products ranging from age-defying facial
treatments to delicious, antioxidant rich drinks.
Imagine slicing open an aloe leaf and consuming the gel
directly from the plant. Forever Living’s signature product, Aloe Vera
Gel, is as close to the real thing as you can get! The first of its kind
to receive certification by the International Aloe Science Council,
this rich combination of pulp and liquid authenticates this product
just as nature intended. The proof is in the aloe - after reading our
top 10 reasons why we think you should drink Aloe Vera Gel, you will see
why aloe vera has earned the nickname, “the miracle plant.”
1. Power Body Builder- Amino
acids are our body’s building blocks. These amino acids are used to
build a strong body. Eight of the essential amino acids that cannot be
made by the body are found within the aloe plant! Drinking Aloe Vera Gel
on a regular basis allows you to support your health by replenishing
your body naturally with these essential amino acids. Just think - all
that amazing strength in just 2 to 4 ounces a day!
2. Anti-inflammatory Properties- Aloe
Vera Gel has 12 natural substances that have been shown to inhibit
inflammation without side effects. These plant compounds are the source
of aloe’s effectiveness when it comes to soothing many kinds of burns,
cuts, scrapes and other inflammations within the body. Aloe may also
support proper joint and muscle mobility.
3. Natural Vitamins- Aloe
Vera Gel includes many of the vitamins you need daily, like Vitamin A,
B1, B2, B6, B12, C and E, Folic Acid and Niacin. The human body simply
cannot store some of these vitamins; therefore we need to supplement
them regularly through our diet. What better way to achieve their
benefits than by drinking a daily dose of Aloe Vera Gel, while at the
same time building the body’s defense system naturally against oxidative
stress!
4. Trace Minerals- Some
of the many trace minerals found in Aloe Vera Gel include calcium,
sodium, iron, potassium, chromium, magnesium, manganese, copper, and
zinc. What a powerful line up! We all know that adding foods to our
diets with naturally occurring vitamins and minerals is recommended for
overall health. Drinking Aloe Vera Gel is a natural and healthful way to
replenish the body’s supply of essential minerals. You will feel its
energizing power!
5. Collagen and Elastin Repair- Aloe
Vera Gel can add a rich supply of building materials to produce and
maintain healthy skin. The skin replenishes itself every 21 to 28 days.
Using the nutritional building blocks of aloe vera, the skin can utilize
these nutrients daily to help combat the effects of aging! A daily dose
of Aloe Vera Gel can be just what your skin needs to look and feel its
best.
6. Regulates Weight and Energy Levels- Aloe
Vera Gel naturally, and with regular use, allows the body to cleanse
the digestive system. We all know that our diets include many unwanted
substances that can lead to lethargy and mental fatigue. Taken
regularly, Aloe Vera Gel ensures a greater feeling of well being,
allowing energy levels to increase and helping to maintain a healthy
body weight.
7. Immune Support and Function- Aloe
vera provides natural support for the immune system. Since the immune
system works around the clock protecting the body, aloe vera, with its
natural immune enhancers, gives the body a continual arsenal from which
to draw. Drinking 2 to 4 ounces of Aloe Vera Gel regularly may give your
immune system the ongoing support it needs.
8. Aids in Healthy Digestion- A
healthy digestive tract ensures that nutrients from the foods we eat
are absorbed into the blood stream. Aloe vera has natural, cleansing
abilities. Drinking Aloe Vera Gel regularly may improve bowel regularity
and increase protein absorption, while at the same time decrease
unfriendly bacteria and yeast - all done naturally! Aloe vera has also
demonstrated its ability to assist in soothing heartburn and other minor
digestive complaints.
9. Provides Rapid Soothing- Aloe
vera enhances fibroblast function. Fibroblasts are those remarkable
little cells responsible for collagen formation. They also assist in the
soothing of minor burns, cuts, scrapes and skin irritations. In fact,
aloe vera is legendary for its rapid soothing abilities when it comes to
minor skin irritations.
10. Dental Health and Hygiene- Aloe
vera is extremely healthful for your mouth and gums. A 2008 study in
the Journal of Applied Oral Science found that aloe, used as a
dentifrice, works better than two leading brands of toothpaste. A daily
dose of Aloe Vera Gel may support your healthy oral hygiene – especially
when combined with daily use of Forever Bright Toothgel. Take that to
your next dentist appointment!
