Aloe vera also is known as ‘kumari’ in Sanskrit is a plant cultivated in the semi-arid and tropical regions of the world with immense medicinal benefits. Aloe vera has numerous qualities which make it all the more important for all age groups. Aloe vera juice is extracted from the aloe vera gel which is available beneath the thick fleshy leaves of aloe vera which is serrated at the edges having thorns at its surface. Aloe vera juice has become latest health and beauty craze due to its endless benefits. Let us see how:
- Treatment of diabetes and obesity:
Aloe vera juice consumption lowers cholesterol in the body due to which it reduces the risk to obesity. Also, it keeps a check on the blood sugar level. Thus, continues consumption reduces the threat to diabetes. So, people prone to diabetes as well as obesity must ensure a regular intake of aloe vera juice once a day.
- Excellent for hair nourishment:
Consumption of aloe vera juice stimulates hair growth. It makes hair smooth and shiny acting as a moisturizing agent for the scalp, in order to get rid of the dryness of the scalp. It also is held beneficial to get rid of dandruff of the hair.
- Cures skin related problems:
Various skin related problems such as acnes and pimples which are very common amongst the teenagers can be treated by the consumption of aloevera juice with Fiber because it not only acts as a detoxifying agent but also hydrates the skin and is best suited for all skin types. It is also a cure for minor skin problems like sunburn, cuts and superficial burns.
Due to its immense benefits aloe vera is used in various skin related products such as face creams, soaps, face washes, body moisturizers, etc. It prevents roughness of the skin and makes the skin well moisturized. Thus, it makes the skin look younger wrinkle free and also makes the skin look fresh at the same time.
- Beneficial for digestion and other stomach related issues:
Drinking aloe vera juice increases the water content in your intestine. As the amount of water in our intestine increases it facilitates easier passage for the stool as the peristalsis is improved. It is beneficial for all types of disorders related to stomach as the pH inside the stomach is acidic. Aloe vera has a basic pH which neutralizes the acid in the stomach causing relief in problems of hyperacidity. It is also proven beneficial in cases of gastric ulcers.
- Anti -carcinogenic property:
According to Researches, it has been proved that aloe vera juice has some unique property which prevents cancer when consumed regularly in appropriate quantities.
- Anti- bacterial, anti- fungal, Anti- inflammatory properties:
Aloe vera juice is a perfect blend of antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties which prevents us from fungal and bacterial infections and also prevents internal burning sensation. For example: In the case of heart burn due to secretions of more acids in our stomach, aloe vera acts as an anti-inflammatory agent reducing the internal irritation. It also has a cooling sensation due to which healing becomes faster after inflammation.
So, due to its endless benefits you should add aloe vera juice in your diet to stay healthy and fit.