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                        All About Aloe

                        The leaves of an aloe plant contain a mucilaginous gel used topically to soothe burns and wounds and can be taken internally to alleviate various digestive complaints such as constipation and irritable bowels. Aloe is a laxative, with its active constituent being aloin. It may also help reduce blood sugar levels.

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                        Fun Fact

                        Native Americans called aloe "The Wand of Heaven" due to its many soothing benefits.

                        Aloe Research

                        Over 50 research articles have been catalogued on aloe. Most research found demonstrated skin and burn healing potential. There are also human studies showing aloe as a digestive aid that may also help with constipation and ulcers. In vitro studies show antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer cell, and antioxidant actions. The plant may also help reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

                        Aloe Research

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                        Aloe Herb


                        Latin Name: Aloe barbadensis

                        Family: Lillaceae

                        Other Names

                        • Other common names: aloe vera, medicine plant, burn plant
                        • Other Latin names: Aloe indica, Aloe africana, aloe arborescens, Aloe chinensis, Aloe natalenis, Aloe frutescens, Aloe ucriae, Aloe flava, Aloe ferox, Aloe lanzae, Aloe vera, Aloe vulgaris, Aloe supralaevis, Aloe perryi, Aloe spicata

                        Plant Description

                        Aloe is a very common succulent plant whose leaves are filled with a watery green gel.  Its leaves are long, fat, and slightly spikey.  It grows in hot dry climates and is also a common indoor houseplant.

                        Herb Description

                        Gel from the leaves is used. Aloe gel texture is very gooey and sticky and can have a pungent smell and bitter taste.

                        • ​Based on research with mice, it was calculated that 24 mg for a 60-kg adult per day was estimated to be the lowest-observed-adverse-effect level of aloe for a month. From: Kwack, S. J., Kim, K. B., & Lee, B. M. (2009). Estimation of tolerable upper intake level (UL) of active aloe. Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part A, 72(21-22), 1455-1462.
                        • ​Dosage - topically as needed. Ingested Extract: 5-10mL a day (www.achs.edu).

                        Key Constituents

                        Aloe is over 99% water and anthraquinone glycosides including aloin are its main active constituent. It also contains the following:

                          • 25 - 50% Aloin / Barbaloin
                          • Also includes:
                            • Phytosterols
                            • Chrysophanic acid
                            • Essential oils
                            • Mucilagse
                            • Tannins
                            • Vitamins
                            • Minerals
                            • Enzymes
                            • Saponins
                            • Polysaccharides/li>

                        Aloe Recipes

                        earthtokathy Achy Cocoa-Menthol Muscle Rub Recipe
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                        Aloe Cucumber Cooling Smoothie
                        Aloe Slushy For Sun Burned Skin
                        Essential Oil & Herb Travel Kit
                        How to Make Aloe Infused Socks to Soothe Dry Feet
                        Lemon Balm / Aloe Cold Sore Lip Balm
                        Stop Those Prickly, Itchy, Red Hot Bumps – Herbs for a Heat Rash

                        Therapeutic Uses

                        acne Acne
                        analgesic Analgesic / Pain
                        anti-inflammatory Anti-inflammatory
                        antimicrobial Antimicrobial
                        Antioxidant
                        antiviral Antiviral
                        Common Cold Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        female health Female Health
                        Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        cinnamaldehyde Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        mouth cold sore Mouth Cold Sores
                        Oral Health
                        skin & wound health Skin and Wound Health
                        Skin Burns
                        sunscreen Sunscreen
                        Weight Loss
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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        • Absorption Enhancement
                        • Acne
                        • Alteratives
                        • Altitude Sickness
                        • Analgesic / Pain
                        • Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
                        • Anti-asthma
                        • Anti-fungal
                        • Anti-inflammatory
                        • Anti-itch
                        • Anti-parasite
                        • Anti-pyretic / Fever
                        • Anti-smoking / Drug Addiction
                        • Anti-snoring
                        • Antibacterial
                        • Antimicrobial
                        • Antioxidant
                        • Antiseptic
                        • Antiviral
                        • Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        • Aphrodisiac
                        • Astringent
                        • Athlete’s Foot
                        • Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
                        • Children’s Health
                        • Cognition / Neuroprotective
                        • Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        • Dandruff
                        • Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        • Female Health
                        • Green Cleaning
                        • Hair Growth / Alopecia
                        • Headache Relief
                        • Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        • Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        • Immunity
                        • Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        • Insomnia / Sleep
                        • Joint Pain / Arthritis
                        • Male Health
                        • Mouth Cold Sores
                        • Oral Health
                        • Osteoporosis
                        • Preservative
                        • Repellent
                        • Sedative / Calming
                        • Skin and Wound Health
                        • Skin Burns
                        • Stimulant / Improved Energy
                        • Sunscreen
                        • Urinary System / Diuretic / Liver
                        • Weight Loss
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