Ministry Of Ayush Tweeted About The Benefits And Healthy Hacks Of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is edible and is incredibly effective for many afflictions. It’s not native to North America, but it’s been naturalised in many places. I find it readily in the southwest where the weather is warm and it is easy to grow in pots around the house. It is in the Aspho-delaceae (Aloe) Family.

Aloe Vera leaves are thick, fleshy, and filled with gelatinous sap. The leaves grow in clumps, and are green to grey-green and may have white flecks on the leaf surfaces. The leaf margins are serrated with small white teeth. Flowers appear in the summer on a tall spike growing from the centre of the plant.

Ministry of Ayush tweeted about the benefits and healthy hacks of aloe vera, and this is how we can benefit the most from the treasures of our herbs-

Health Hacks Of Aloe Vera:

• Aloe Vera gel, the gelatinous substance inside the leaf, is used as a relief for sunburn, wounds, and other minor skin irritations.
• Aloe vera gel can be used as a hydrating gel for lightning the marks on the face.
• Eat aloe vera leaves raw or cooked.. Removing the skin with a sharp knife leaves the meat and gel inside the plant; both are edible.
• Drinking it as juice can help soothe acidity and improve digestion.

Benefits Of Aloe Vera:

• Heartburn Relief and Irritable Bowel Syndrome-Consuming 1 to 3 ounces (28g to 85g) of aloe vera gel with each meal reduces the severity of acid reflux and the associated heartburn. It also helps the cramping, abdominal pain, flatulence, and bloating caused by irritable bowel syndrome.
• Bleeding or Swollen Gums- Aloe Vera extract makes a safe and effective mouthwash that reduces swelling, soothes, and provides relief from bleeding or swollen gums.
• Lowering Blood Sugar in Diabetics- If you suffer from type 2 diabetes, you can regulate your blood sugar levels by simply ingesting two tablespoons of Aloe Vera juice or pulp extract daily.

Over To You:

Aloe vera is great for both our health and our skin. For external use, split the leaf long ways with a knife and scrape the gel from the leaf’s interior. You can mostly use it as a soothing salve directly on the skin. For internal use, try 28-85g of the gel added to juice, since the gel can be unpleasant and bitter when taken alone.