The aloe vera plant is a succulent plant species from the genus Aloe. It grows abundantly in tropical climates and it is native to North Africa, Southern Europe, and the Canary Islands. The plant has green, gel-filled leaves. Many people use the gel to treat burns and wounds, and it is also available as juice.
Aloe vera juice is a gooey, thick liquid made from the flesh of the aloe vera plant leaf. The juice comes loaded with a bevy of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants essential for human body.
β-carotene is a yellow-red pigment that's found in aloe vera plants. It acts as an antioxidant that can help support eye health, including retinal and corneal function.
The aloe plant boasts anti-inflammatory properties. Many people use it to treat and relieve certain skin conditions, like burns and wounds.
In a 2014 study published in the Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences, researchers found aloe vera extract to be a safe and effective alternative to chemical-based mouthwashes. The plant’s natural ingredients, which include a healthy dose of vitamin C, can block plaque.
One study observed that aloe juice improved both blood sugar and blood fatty acid levels in those with pre-diabetes (J Diabetes Metab Disord. 2015 Apr 9;14:22).
Aloe vera juice contains several compounds known to act as laxatives. Daily consumption of aloe vera juice is believed to fight and cure a range of digestive disorders including poor digestion, constipation, acidity and gas.
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