Aloe Vera is often called the Miracle Plant as it displays many health benefits. The inner gel of this plant is good for several health conditions. It works fantastically well for human body-both internally and externally.          

There is not clear cut scientific explanation as to how Aloe Vera works in medical conditions but several case studies proved Aloe exhilarates the healing process It contains over 200 ingredients, and seems to affect thousands of biomedical actions in the body. Many researchers have suggested Aloe Vera is the most important treatment one could use to fight disease.

Aloe Vera is a cactus like plant but in reality it belongs to Lily family (like onion, garlic & asparagus). It grows in warm and dry climate as  it originates from North Africa. Aloe Vera has fleshy, thorny leaves and can survive in extreme hot and dry climate.

There are several types of Aloe and some are poisonous too. It is Aloe Barbadensis Miller which is known to be the most beneficial for mankind.

Synonyms of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera has many synonyms. The most popular ones are- Plant of Immortality, Medicinal Aloe, Healing Plant, Burn Plant, First Aid Plant, True Aloe etc. The Bengali name of Aloe Vera is "Ghrito Kumari".

Health Benefits of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera hold many valuable components for a healthy body.

•    Aloe is a source of Vitamins

Aloe Vera contains B group vitamins - even trace elements of vitamin B12 which is rarely found in plant.

It contains vitamin C, E & folic acid. Many of these vitamins can not be stored by our body so we have to regularly top them up from the food we eat. The simplest way to do that is drinking Aloe Vera on a regular basis.

•    A useful source of Minerals

The minerals found in Aloe Vera include calcium, sodium, potassium, copper & zinc. As Aloe Vera plant tends to grow in areas where the soils are rich in these minerals and the roots are able to absorb them, it delivers the highest form of natural minerals.

•    Anti-Inflammatory & Pain Killing effect

Aloe Vera has many substances that are identified as naturally anti-inflammatory and pain-killing. People with inflammatory condition find that by drinking Aloe Vera regularly their conditions are greatly improved.

•    Aloe is Antiviral

Aloe Vera leaf has long chain of sugar or polysaccharide that covers the inner gel. It has the power to defend our body from various viruses & also help us balance our immune system.

•    Aloe Vera is Anti-Aging

Aloe Vera increases the activity of fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are special cells that produce fibers such as collagen & elastin. These fibers give the skin it's structure and make it look plump. The more we have it the younger we look

•    Aloe affects the Gut Flora

Aloe is a natural balancer in many areas of our body but the most is inside the gut. Aloe tends to regulate the Bacteria and the Yeasts that inhabit the gut flora.
If a person having too much Yeasts- regular intake of Aloe Vera tends to reduce the growth. Same can be said for the unfriendly Bacteria.

•    Aloe assists Healthy Digestion

A healthy digestive system ensures that the nutrient from the food we eat is properly absorbed. There is clear clinical evidence that by drinking Aloe Vera our bowl is able to absorb these nutrients more competently - especially protein.

•    Aloe for Healthy Bowl

Aloe Vera has amazing effect on bowel function which results smooth transition of contents, often eliminating discomfort and/or colicky pain.

•    A General Tonic for Good Health

Aloe Vera contains 19 of 20 Amino Acids needed by our body (often lacking in food now a days) it helps our body to allow complex enzyme systems to work really well. That means our body can function at optimum level. This makes us feel superb!

Aloe Vera in Medical Conditions

Aloe Vera is widely used as a burn plant. From sunburn to accidental burn –Aloe has been reportedly used as a faster relief for these conditions.

Several skin conditions such as pimples, acne, eczema, psoriasis, cut, bruise—can be reduced and healed by the topical use of Aloe inner gel.

Some researches showed Aloe Vera is good for cancer patient as it reduces the effects of Chemo-therapy on the patient's body.

Aloe Vera helps to control Diabetes, when taken internally as a form of drink.

As Aloe Vera is anti-inflammatory it also helps people with joints & muscle pains reducing the inflammation.

Aloe Vera greatly strengthen the immune system, so the body's defence system works at it's 100% fighting with very common viruses such as flu to more fierce viruses. Even it reinforces the HIV positive patient's health resistance!

Here are some more lists to in which conditions Aloe Vera can/should be used.

Allergies, Arthritis, IBS, Blood Pressure, Blooder infection, Colon problems, Dandruff, Depression,  Fungal infection, Glaucoma, Gangrene, Hernia, Insomnia, Jaundice, Kidney infections, Liver problem, Gingivitis, Mouth ulcers, Pancreas, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Tonsillitis, Tuberculosis, Urinary track problem, Vaginal infection, Wrinkles etc.

It seems a   L……O……T by just one single plant, isn't it? That's right! There are reasons why Aloe Vera is called The Medicinal Plant.

Aloe Vera should be taken not only by them who are suffering with some health conditions but even by the people who are perfectly healthy. As it can improve the energy level and can give us a strong immune system so, when our body catches some illness it can fight itself (without pile of medicines)

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*Discalimer* The article has been written for educational purpose only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. It is suggested to consult your Doctor before taking Aloe Vera (a very few number of people have allergic reaction to it)