Since 6000 years, aloe is used in both herbal medicine in dermatology and cosmetology. Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of its therapeutic properties in the treatment of some dermal diseases, gastrointestinal disorders and is an excellent antioxidant to fight against cellular aging.
Scientific name: Aloe vera , Aloe barbadensis
Common names: aloe, lilies of the desert
English name: Aloe vera
Botanical Classification: lily family ( Liliaceae )
Forms and preparations: gel, milk, juice, capsules, lotions, creams, drinks
medicinal properties of Aloe vera
INTERNAL USE
Hypoglycemic effects (low blood sugar levels in the blood) and cholesterol (lipid lowering): management of diabetes 2 and hypocholesterolemia. Gastrointestinal disorders: constipation punctual, flatulence.
Antioxidant effect: acts against cellular aging. Other: effective against chronic fatigue, candida and periodontitis . Its gel minimizes the risk of infection and has superior nutritional properties.
EXTERNAL USE
Relieves skin conditions: acne, eczema, psoriasis, burns, boils, itchiness.Analgesic effect light: joint pain , muscle and sensitivity.
USUAL THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS
To relieve gastrointestinal problems, soften dehydrated skin, irritated or dry.
demonstrated therapeutic indications
In the case of diabetes, for its hypoglycemic effect. To treat irritable bowel syndrome and chronic constipation.
History of the use of Aloe vera herbal medicine
The Aloe vera find its origins in Africa and some islands in the Indian Ocean. The gel of this plant was already used to treat skin problems and constipation in ancient Greece and ancient Egypt. For some historians, the Spaniards have imported raw aloe plants in America, around the sixteenth century. In 1820, there is mention of Aloe vera in the official Pharmacopoeia of the United States and in 1935 a group of American doctors are used in the treatment of burns consecutive to exposure to X-rays since interest in this plant the hundred virtues has been increasing worldwide.
Botanical description of Aloe vera
Plant of the lily family, such as asparagus , tulip, lily, onion, garlic and chives, theAloe vera is one of monocots. The plant is about 70 cm high, its roots are shallow, and it consists of a variable number of fleshy leaves, triangular, pointed at the ends. Small pale yellow spines are often present on the periphery of its leaves. Flowering, yellow light, appears on stems in the shape of trumpets and its fruit is capsular. Its gel, pale green slime, is taken from the center of the leaves, while the latex is extracted from the small channels present in its stem.This plant grows on limestone and sandy soil, in a warm atmosphere and rather dry. It is grown commercially in the United States, the Caribbean, the Philippines and Mexico.
Composition of Aloe vera
PARTS USED
Its gel and latex are used in herbal medicine and naturopathy; dermatology and cosmetology, only the gel is operated.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
anthracene derivatives sap aloin, aloe emodin, aloïnosides and hydroxy-aloins.
Mono and polysaccharides: cellulose, mannose, glucose, aldopentose and L-rhamnose.
amino acids: aspartic acid, isoleucine, hydroxiproline, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, théonine, valine, leucine (essential amino acids) and proline, serine, tyrosine, glutamic acid, alanine, arginine, cystine, glycine, histidine (secondary amino acids). Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, B12 and PP.
minerals: calcium, copper, chromium, chlorine, lithium, iron, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium and zinc. Enzymes catalase, amylase, lipase, cellulase, oxidase and phosphatases.
Other items: aloenin aloesin, cinnamic acid, résistanol, lignin chrysophanic acid, saponins, volatile oils and choline.
Use and dosage of Aloe vera
DOSAGE
- In the gel, the Aloe vera should be applied in thin layers directly on the skin.
- In juice consumption 50 ml per day is the maximum dose.
- In the form of capsules, the recommended dosage is 200 to 300 mg per day.
Precautions Aloe vera
It is best to focus on brands that do not contain aloin. It should avoid sun exposure after gel application of aloe vera on the skin, due to the risk of photosensitivity.
CONS-INDICATIONS
The consumption of its latex is not suitable for pregnant women, young children and people suffering from the syndrome irritable bowel , ulcers, heart or kidney problems. It is ineffective pursuant to infected lesions.
SIDE EFFECTS
Abdominal cramps and diarrhea can occur when the latex of Aloe vera is used in high doses or for a long time.
INTERACTIONS WITH MEDICINAL HERBS OR SUPPLEMENTS
The gel and latex should not be taken simultaneously with plants laxative effect, hypoglycemic and hypercholesterolemic.
INTERACTIONS WITH DRUGS
Avoid taking latex or drink gel along with drugs to laxative effect or which lower the blood sugar and cholesterol .
Doctor's opinion
THE KNOWN BENEFITS
The Aloe vera is a true ally, every day, nutritionally. Eighty members of the 200 that constitute it, are proving to be important nutrients for better health (amino acids, vitamins, minerals, mono and polysaccharides, enzymes). The presence of choline helps to control cholesterol, provides good functioning of the liver and is involved in memory processes. The Aloe vera is particularly useful to prevent or fight against constipation.
Aloe gel improves the condition of mature skin because it has biogenic stimulating properties. It multiplies by 7 or 8, the production of fibroblasts, which create human collagen. Moisturizing and emollient softens irritated skin, burned surface or very dry.
AWARNING
For ingestion of the gel of Aloe vera oral or its latex, liquid or capsules, follow the dosage indicated on the containers. If in doubt, it is best to seek advice from their doctor or pharmacist.
Research on Aloe vera
The latest scientific research has focused on gels and creams made with aloe vera and were conducted in dermatology. Another research on the action of Aloe vera gel on gingivitis failed to confirm its effectiveness. Furthermore, other clinical trials were conducted in the field of diabetes treatment, the genital herpes and chronic constipation. Some results have indicated that a topical product containing 0.5% extract of Aloe vera was more effective than placebo to help treat lesions caused by herpes genital.
General Science Magazine and Doctissimo
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