Health benefits of aloe vera

 

aloe vera

     Aloe vera is one of the plant species belonging to the Cactaceae family that lives and reproduces in the desert environment due to its ability to withstand thirst and drought for long years, and is known as the multiplicity of types of Cactaceae. .  On the body for containing many nutrients such as calories, carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fibers and fats, and in this topic we will present the benefits of aloe vera, as well as some recipes used for body care. 

Health benefits of aloe vera

•      It can reduce the chances of infection and reduce its severity when infected.

•      It can strengthen the immune system and thus improve its resistance to diseases and infections that attack it.

•      It can lower blood cholesterol.

•      It can lower blood sugar, but diabetics are advised to use it with caution to avoid hypoglycemia. Maintains the health of the digestive system.

•      It can help alleviate dandruff by removing dead skin cells from the scalp that clog hair pores and form dandruff.

•      Hair extension and growth.

•      It can help soothe and treat inflammation caused by sunburn.

• Moisturize the skin and eliminate wrinkles and fine lines, thus preventing the appearance of premature aging.

Aloe vera recipes for body care

     cactus gel

     We open a piece of aloe vera and extract from it a quantity of natural gel and apply it to the affected areas several times a day to eliminate scars. This method contributes to the treatment of the effects of bothersome wounds.

     Aloe vera and olive oil

     We mix well half a tablespoon of aloe vera gel, a quarter tablespoon of olive oil and half a tablespoon of oats until we obtain a smooth and creamy mixture, then we put it on the skin, and leave it for at least half an hour.  before washing it with cold water.This recipe will help get rid of the signs of premature aging.

     Aloe vera and lemon juice

     We mix well two teaspoons of aloe vera gel and three drops of lemon juice, and rub it on the affected areas before going to sleep, and leave it overnight, and in the morning we wash it with water, as it is useful in the treatment of scars and acne and its 

     Aloe vera and castor oil

We mix well an appropriate amount of aloe vera gel with a tablespoon of castor oil until a homogeneous mixture is obtained, and we distribute it on the hair and scalp with a massage with the fingertips, and leave it a full day before to wash it.  with soap and water, and this recipe helps to lengthen hair and increase its growth.