Aloe Juice Health Benefits

Since ancient times, succulent plants known as aloe vera have had a reputation for healing. Over 200 species grow in warm, dry tropical and sub-tropical areas of the world. Made from the mucilaginous gel substance inside the plant's leaves, aloe vera juice is a remedy for many conditions.

Skin Disorders

Aloe vera juice is probably best known for being a burn remedy. Although the best first aid for a burn is cool water, substances known as polysaccharides in aloe vera juice have a stimulating effect on the body's fibroblasts and epithelial cells concerned with skin repair. Human immune cells reply to lectin-like substances in aloe vera juice to inhibit unfriendly bacteria and fungus, also making it ideal for minor scrapes and cuts. Try aloe vera juice's astrigent effect to stop the spread of acne and for temporary relief of insect bites, rashes and sunburn.

Digestive Disorders

Aloe vera juice calms and soothes mucus membranes in the digestive tract. It is a remedy for heartburn, nausea, sore throat, sore gums, peptic ulcers, colon problems, protozoan parasites and hemorrhoids. Aloe vera juice has a mild laxative effect, making it an ideal treatment for constipation.

Nutrition

Aloe vera juice is a good source of many nutrients. Besides containing eight essential amino acids; vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 (niacin), B6, B12, C and E; and folic acid, aloe vera juice is also rich in minerals including calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, chromium, magnesium, manganese, copper and zinc.

Other Uses

Aloe vera juice's anti-inflammatory properties are responsible for reports of reduced pain and improved mobility when it is taken daily by arthritis or sciatica sufferers. Taken internally or used as a rub, aloe vera juice also seems to treat sports injuries. It can be effective for the pain of headache, colds and flu. Preliminary evidence suggests aloe vera juice has a protective effect on kidneys.

Warning

If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, use aloe vera juice only on the advice of a health care professional. Products vary, and high amounts of aloin may be a reproductive health hazard.
Aloe vera juice is well-tolerated by most people, but do not use it if you have a rare allergic reaction to it.
It is possible to develop an intolerance to aloe vera juice, as with any substance used long-term.