[Dokter Umum] Aloe vera

Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis. Miller) is a semi-tropical plant with a history of usage by humans dating back to biblical times. The earliest records on usage of Aloe Vera by mankind date back to more than 2000 years. Alexander the Great used them to treat his wounded soldiers. The secret behind the beauty of Cleopatra is believed to be the application of Aloe. The Bible also has mentioned the use of Aloe. Aloe Vera has found place in Ayurvedic Science since time immemorial. Ever since, Aloe was a first aid plant in many houses in the world. In due course, Aloe has become very popular as an ingredient in pharma / cosmetic formulations, more so in USA, Europe and the Far East.

This Miracle Plant contains many ingredients including amino acids, minerals, vitamins and enzymes which makes it useful in a wide range of applications in Cosmetics (Skin creams, Shampoos, Soaps, Hair oil - anti balding / premature graying, After - Shave Gel, Moisturizers), Medicine (Anti inflammatory ointment, Digestion aid, Anti ulcer) and Food supplements (Health Drink , Nutri Spread) to name a few. Aloe Vera finds wider application today in the global market, owing to its unique combination of Phyto Chemicals in Baby Care , Anti - Cancer, Anti -AIDS, Anti - Diabetic Treatments, Cardio - Vascular Care, Dentistry, Gastro - Intestinal Care, Arthritis, Veterinary Care.

Aloe Vera works in synergy with other medications, increasing their efficacy, without conflict in desired results. Aloe Vera by itself may not be a cure for all ailments, but it strengthens the organs of the body to fight off disease causing microbes. The greatest advantage of ALOE VERA is that it has no known adverse side effects

KEY INGREDIENTS OF ALOE VERA

Vitamins A (as b-carotene), B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, E, Folic acid, Choline

Minerals Calcium. Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Silicon, Sodium chloride, Sulphur, Potassium, Phosphorus, Zinc

Amino acid (20) used by the body to make proteins including all essential amino Acids which the body cannot produce itself

Uronic acids which strip toxic materials from cells to aid detoxification

Fatty acids are natural plant steroids which are anti-inflammatory, anti-septic and helps cells function better

Sugars Mucinous polysaccharides (including acetylated mannan or acemannan) which are used by the immune system, detoxify the body, line the gut, aid absorption from the digestive system, lubricates joints, protects cells and aid gaseous exchange in the lungs

Enzymes are used by the body as a catalyst for
Saponins form foam in water solution, have natural cleansing and anti-septic qualities

Lignin is a wood-like pulp which has the ability to penetrate the skin

Anthraquinones (14) are natural pain killers and anti-microbial agents

Salicylic acid is an aspirin-like compound that is anti-inflammatory and anti- bacterial

PROPERTIES OF ALOE VERA

It is natural cleanser

It moisturizes skin because of its water retention property, giving a cooling effect

It anaesthetizes tissue and reduces bleeding

It is bactericidal, viruscidal and fungicidal

It is anti-pyretic (reduces heat), anti-inflammatory and anti pruretic (stops itching/ burning)

It stimulates healthy cell division and detoxifies the body

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