Aloe The Miracle Plant Nutrition Fact
By Jennifer Baker
The aloe is a plant originally from Africa. It is a succulent that grows to a
height of 12 to 16 inches spreading by offsets and root sprouts. The leaves are
thick and fleshy, green to grey-green, with a serrated margin. The flowers are
produced on a spike up to 90 cm tall.
Aloe also holds the prestigious title of being the 6th most-used plant - its
properties are found in numerous medical and health products around the
world.
A versatile plant, you can find aloe in beverages, cosmetics, and herbal
products. One of the reasons that Aloe is so effective is its bioactive
components called chromones. It is also one of the only plants in the world that
naturally contains Vitamin B12.
Because of its amazing properties, aloe is very beneficial for cuts, wounds,
and burns. It can also prevent scaring, fade marks, and help heal acne. Used
topically and internally, aloe is a powerful healing ointment.
Aloe also nourishes your skin. In fact, aloe is the answer for almost all
skin problems. Skin care specialists have long recognized, and used, aloe in
skin care products - it is beneficial for all skin types, including sensitive
skin. As a moisturizer, aloe has both conditioning and healing properties.
In addition:
1. Aloe reduces inflammation and pain, and accelerates healing
2. It has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties
3. Aloe vera gel acts as an anesthetic and often relieves joint and muscle
pain.
And, if that wasn't enough... for an easier nights' sleep try putting an aloe
plant in your bedroom! It releases oxygen and absorbs carbon dioxide at
night.
If you are interested in growing your own aloe plants, pfaf.org has the
following recommendations:
"Aloe requires a well-drained soil and a very sunny position. Plants are
tolerant of poor soils. If trying to grow this plant outdoors then it will need
the sunniest and warmest area in the garden plus some protection from winter
cold (a glass frame perhaps). This species is not very cold-hardy outdoors in
Britain, it is best grown in a pot placed outdoors in the summer and put in a
greenhouse for the winter. It grows very well in a sunny windowsill."
There are plenty of uses for the Aloe Vera plant, and many of its uses may
surprise you. The bottom line is aloe is one of the best natural cures
available.
================================== About the Author Jennifer Baker is a "nutrition for life" enthusiast and enjoys sharing quality nutritional products and work at home business ideas with others. Visit her at UtMostSuccess4U.com for more information.
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