Most of us are aware of the medicinal uses of aloe Vera as it packs quite a history. Native to Africa, aloe Vera is also known as the medicine plant with mysterious abilities to heal wounds. For centuries, this miracle plant has been recognized for its healing properties of aloe Vera for treating various skin conditions such as cuts, burns and eczema.
An amazing gift of nature, every household should have aloe vera in the medicine cabinet of their home to be used as a home remedy medicine. The most frequent medicinal use of the aloe plant is as a topical gel. The benefits of aloe vera gel to treat burns and minor wounds range from diminishing inflammation and swelling, relieving pain and lessening the chance of possible infection. Studies show that frequent use of an aloe vera based gel will actually speed the healing process.
Inside an Aloe vera leaf, you will find a clear jellylike liquid. This liquid forms the base of the Aloe vera juice that is so popular in folk medicine. If you grow your own Aloe vera plant, you can use the gel directly instead of converting it into Aloe vera juice. The gel is for instance used on minor injuries and burns since many people find it soothing and pain relieving. It also has antibacterial properties.
Aloe vera can also be used internally, but the scientific studies regarding its affects on the human body is still limited and internal Aloe Vera treatments should therefore always be embarked on with caution
Never use Aloe Vera internally if you are currently using oral corticosteroids, since Aloe vera will interact with this medication. Beclomethasone, Prednisone and Methylprednisolone are three common examples of oral corticosteroids. The combination can cause potassium deficiency and poisoning.
Psyllium will also be affected by the active compounds in Aloe vera, and combining the two remedies are therefore unadvisable. If you still choose to do so, you should make sure that you never ingest them simultaneously. Allow at least two hours to pass before you take the second drug.
it is always safe to consult license medical practisoners before putting oneself internal use of aloe vera,though it is considered a natural healer by all means
