Aloe - a plant that can often be found in the collections of amateur flower growers. In addition to decorative, it also has healing properties. Thanks to them, aloe is widely used for medical purposes.
Chemical composition and properties
The beneficial properties of aloe have been known for a long time. Its composition has not yet been fully studied, but at present it is known that it includes:
- Catechin - antiallergic effect, beneficial effect on blood vessels.
- Tannins - have bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, astringent and hemostatic properties.
- Flavonoids are known as antioxidants, antispasmodics, remove carcinogens from the body, fight viruses.
- Trace elements - normalize metabolism, remove toxins and poisons, increase immunity, normalize cholesterol levels in the blood.
- Vitamins - essential for normal functioning of the organisms.
A well-known scientist, academician V.P. Filatov revealed the mechanism of action of aloe. He claims to be saved for 2 weeks at 4-8 degrees leaves produce biogenic stimulants which, when applied, increase the body's resistance to the effects of harmful factors.
Species used in medicine
The genus of aloe is diverse, but only 15 of its varieties are used for medicinal purposes. The greatest amount of nutrients is found in Aloe Treelike, Present, Faith, Sokotrinskoe, Intimidating.
Medicinal properties and contraindications
How to use?
Has healing properties juice and its pulp. For the procurement of raw materials using a plant aged 3 to 5 years. Cut off the most fleshy, mature leaves, 15-20 centimeters long with dried-up tips. The blanks are placed in a bag and kept in the refrigerator for 14 days. Then washed, and in a crushed form is placed in cheesecloth in order to squeeze the juice.
You can use the pressed liquid immediately or prepare an alcohol solution from it (80 ml. Of juice per 20 ml. Of medical alcohol). The solution should be stored in a dark bottle in the refrigerator.
Some recipes use juice along with pulp. To make a gruel from the leaves, they take a film from them and rub it.
Indications for use
Aloe juice and pulp is applied both inward and outwardly.
Inside applies to:
- Diseases of the digestive organs (gastritis, stomach cancer, cholecystitis, stomach ulcer)
- Inflammatory processes in the respiratory organs (bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, asthma, gastric ulcer, pancreatitis)
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- Diseases of the female organs (fibroids, adnexitis, breast cyst, menstrual disorders)
- Cardiovascular diseases.
Outdoor application is recommended for:
- Oral diseases (stomatitis)
- Skin problems (acne, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, herpes)
- Skin injuries (purulent wounds, burns, ulcers)
- Problems with hair and scalp (dandruff, hair loss, seborrhea)
- Angina
- Runny nose, sinusitis
- Furunculosis.
Especially noted by physicians impact on immunity. Aloe increases the protective properties of the body, recovering from diseases.
How to use?
Juice and pulp can be used both in pure form and as a part of various mixtures with other components. Medicines, including aloe juice, are taken orally.
With a cold, fresh juice is instilled into the nose. Effectively use fresh cut pieces of stems for the treatment of wounds, burns.
With great success, fresh aloe juice is used in cosmetology. Masks with aloe give amazing results. A beneficial effect of juice on the hair and scalp. It nourishes the hair follicles, prevents hair loss, fights dandruff.
As a means to lose weight
Aloe juice is beneficial to those who want to lose weight. The mechanism of this tool is a mild laxative effect and ability improve metabolism in the body.
This unique folk remedy, provided it is properly prepared, allows you to get rid of 6-7 kilograms per month. Juice from fleshy, with a dry tip of the leaves drink a teaspoon twice a day.
Official dietetics does not give a definite answer about its effectiveness. However, reviews applied juice for weight loss, indicate that it helps to fight excess weight.
Do not store juice for the future, it will lose properties. Do not use the tool for more than two weeks in a row, it can disrupt the normal functioning of the digestive system.
Side effects
Applying aloe need to be careful. Before using it, be sure to consult a doctor. It is forbidden to use for the following diseases:
- Liver disease
- Bladder and kidney disease
- Heart problems
- Uterine bleeding
- Hemorrhoids
- Plant allergies
- Tuberculosis with hemoptysis
Applying a plant can be harmful. Carefully should take it in the presence of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Due to the reinforcing effect on intestinal perilstastika, aloe juice can cause stomach inflammation.
The application can also cause accumulation of vitamins in the body, and this in turn will cause allergic reactions. Excessive use of aloe can cause intestinal spasms. In addition, aloe removes minerals from the body.
Aloe hypotonic should be taken with caution, as aloe lowers blood pressure.
Often the juice causes skin irritation in allergies.
It is forbidden to take aloe during pregnancy. During breastfeeding, permission to use must be given by a doctor.
Allergy
Despite a lot of useful and healing properties, aloe can cause allergic reactions. It is a wide range of substances contained in the juice that can cause the reaction of some organisms.
- True, this phenomenon is quite rare, but still using aloe, you should carefully monitor their condition.
The following symptoms should alert:
- Nasal congestion and discomfort in the form of a burning sensation and itching in the nose indicates inflammation of the sinuses.
- Sore throat, sneezing.
- Urticaria, pruritus, rash.
If such manifestations occur, aloe vera should be discontinued and antiallergic preparations should be used.
It can hurt!
Despite all these advantages, aloe can be dangerous.
This plant, when used improperly, can cause inflammation colon. It is also dangerous for people with kidney problems.
But even with indications for use, it is impossible to exceed the dosage of the drug.
The effect of aloe juice oncological diseases has not yet been fully studied, although in folk medicine it is advised to take it for tumors of the stomach, rectum, uterus.
Official medicine against the use of juice in these cases and even warns of its danger to people suffering from similar diseases.
Dangerous use of aloe in various forms of bleeding, for patients with hemorrhoids, violations of the menstrual cycle aloe can be a real poison.
Unpredictable effects can cause aloe children up to 12 years. Therefore, if you have small children in your home, be careful when you grow a flower.
Aloe is dangerous for pets!
If you have a cat at home, stop growing aloe. Curious animals will definitely want to nibble juicy twigs. For cats, plant juice is poison. It causes vomiting, diarrhea, irritation of the kidneys and even the death of your four-sided friend.
Consider all the indications and contraindications for the use of aloe, and this plant will become for you a true home healer.
A photo
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