Your mom was onto something when she snipped off the tip of an aloe leaf and squeezed it onto your sunburn. But the truth is, aloe vera is one of the most versatile plants in the universe, there are so many things that you can do with it!
Aloe Vera is a popular medicinal plant that has been used for thousands of years. Yes, that’s right; the spiky, green gem has a rich history of various cultures and personalities who used the plants moist middle in a plethora of practical uses. It is best known for treating skin injuries but also has several other beneficial effects on health. Take Cleopatra for example, she used Aloe as part of her beauty routine or the ancient Greeks who used it to cure everything from baldness to insomnia. Even the Native Americans called Aloe Vera the “Wand of Heaven.”
Topical Uses for Aloe Vera
- Heal Wounds
- Slows down the aging process
- Moisturize and soften skin
- Soothes burns and sunburns
- Anti-itching remedy for bug bites
- Prevents hair loss
- Shaving gel
- Alleviates mysterious rashes
- Help heal herpes outbreak
- Fight athletes foot
- Swab over blisters for quick relief
Internal Uses for Aloe Vera
- Helps to improve the functioning of the urinary tract
- Boosts the immune system
- Relieves stomach problems
- Helps to balance blood sugar levels
- Boosts the production of white blood cells and healthy cells in cancer patients
- Reduces heartburn symptoms
- Helps with indigestion
- Reduces the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome including bloating and discomfort
- Boil leaves in a pan of water and breathe in the vapor to alleviate asthma