about aloe vera plant
Scientific name
- Aloe barbadensis
Common name – Aloe vera
Planting time - Spring
Bloom time – Spring or summer
Habitat – Rocky slopes
Uses – House plant, garden, medicinal
Scientific Classification
Kingdom
- Plantae
Division - Magnoliophyta
Class - Magnoliopsida
Order - Liliales
Family -Liliaceae
Genus - Aloe
Species - barbadensis
There are numerous types of
aloe plants in the globe. Aloe vera is only one type, although
it is, to be sure, the best known of the aloes. Maybe that is
why Linnaeus referred to this particular aloe as vera (Latin for
"true"). The phrase stuck as part of the common name, however
for the scientific name, numerous at this point favor the
designation of Philip Miller, a Scottish botanist: Aloe
barbadensis. Miller's varieties name, barbadensis means "of
Barbados." That is a instead misleading name, since the majority
of specialists do not believe the plants to be native to
Barbados (saying, rather, that they were brought there by the
Spaniards).
As for the genus name, Aloe, the Online Etymology Dictionary
says that the word comes from the Greek, aloe. Some other
sources claim the name of aloe vera is taken from Arabic word
‘alloeh’ which means bitter.
Additional popular names of aloe
miracle plant, Burn plant, medicine plant, first-aid-plant.
natural beautifier, silent healer, burn plant, lily of the
desert, elephant's gall, plant of immortality etc.
International names of aloe vera:
alces, aloe capensis, aloe curacao, aloe vera, aloes, aloès, aloès du Cape, aloès fèroce, aloes vrai, aloès vulgaire, alovis, Barbadoes aloe, Barbadoes aloes, Barbados aloe, Bergaalwyn, Bitteraalwyn, Cape aloe, chirukattali, Curacao aloe, Curacao aloes, Curacao alos, Echte Aloe, ghai kunwar, ghai kunwrar, gheekuar, ghikanvar, ghikuar, ghikumar, ghikumari, ghikwar, ghiu kumari, ghirita, ghrita kumari, ghritakumari, grahakanya, gwar-patha, haang takhe, hlaba, Indian aloe, jadam, korphad, kumari, kumaro, kunvar pata, kunwar, laloi, laluwe, lo-hoei, lo-hoi, lou-houey, lu wei, luchuy, manjikattali, Mediterranean aloe, murr sbarr, musabar, rokai, sabbara, saber, sábila, sabilla, sabr, saibr, savila, savilla, semper vivum, shubiri, sibr, siang-tan, star cactus, tuna, umhlaba, Venezuela aloe, waan haang charakhe, wan-hangchorakhe, yaa dam, yadam, zábila, zambila
Creole - sink-am-bible
Dansk (Danish) - aloesaft, aloe
Français (French) - aloès
Ελληνική (Greek) - (φυτολ.) αλόη
Hawaii (Hawwai’i) - Aloi, pänini 'awa'awa
India - Kumari, kattarvala Korphad in Maharashtra, Ghrtakumari(Hindi/Sanskrit: घृतकुमारी) or Gheekvar, GheeKanwar (घीक्वार), GwarPatha in Rajasthan, kattar vazha in Kerala, Katralai or katraazhai in Tamil: கற்றாழை)
Indonesia - Lidah Buaya.
Mexico and Latin America – savia, sabila, savila
Nederlands (Dutch) - aloë(sap)
Nepal - ghui kumari
Pakistan - Quargandal
Português (Portuguese) - aloés, áloe (m) (f) (Bot.)
Русский (Russian) - алоэ, сок алоэ, применяемый в медицине
Español (Spanish) - áloe, lináloe, acíbar, zabila
Tahiti - rapahoe
Thailand - Crocodile Tail (Thai: ว่านหางจระเข้) plant.
中文(简体)(Chinese (Simplified))
lu hui,
nu hui, no hui, xiang dan
芦荟,
芦荟油
中文(繁體)(Chinese (Traditional)) - 蘆薈, 蘆薈油
한국어 (Korean) - 노회(백합과의 식물), 침향
日本語 (Japanese) – rokai, アロエ, アロエ汁
العربيه (Arabic) - (الاسم) نبات الصبر : ينبت في افريقيا تستخرج منه عصاره تستخدم في الطب
עברית (Hebrew) - n. - אלווי (צמח-נוי)
There are more than 250
varieties (some resources mentioning about 450) of Aloes in the
entire world and many hybrids, mainly native to The african
continent and Mediterranean. They range in size from little one
inch miniatures to enormous plant colonies containing of
hundreds of two feet diameter plants. All Aloes are semi
tropical succulent plants, and may only be cultivated outside in
locations where there is no possibility of freezing (USDA zones
10-11). However, they make great house plants when they are
provided adequate light.
Aloe vera, also known as the healing aloe, is an evergreen
perennial succulent. It is stemless or short-stemmed. Although
there are numerous Aloe's the term Aloe Vera (“true Aloe”)
refers to the Aloe Barbadensis Miller growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in)
by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a slow rate.
The plant wants light (sandy) and medium (loamy) earth, demands
well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally weak soil. The
plant favors acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It can't
grow in the shade. It demands dry or moist soil and can accept
drought.
Aloe
vera leaves are fleshy and thick, greyish green, growing to
about 50 - 75 cm long, with serrated edges that are pinkish with
numerous little spines. The leaf surfaces are sometimes marked
with white-colored flecks or spots.
Completely developed the plant stands sixty to one hundred cm
(24 -39 in) high, and a mature leaf is seven to ten cm across at
the base, weighing 1.5 to 2 kg. Each plant typically has 12-16
leaves that, when mature may weigh up to 3 pounds. The plants
can be harvested every 6-8 weeks by eliminating three to four
leaves per plant.
The lower leaf of the plant is actually chosen for medicinal
purpose. If the lower leaf is sliced open, the gel obtained may
be applied on the affected area of the skin. Leaves and seeds
are the 2 edible components of Aloe Vera.
The Aloe leaf structure is made up of four layers:
Rind - the external protective layer; green
colored part of the leaf, up to fifteen cells thick.
Sap - a layer of bitter liquid which assists protect the plant
from animals; cells that consist of aloin
Mucilage Gel - the inner portion of the leaf which is filleted
out to make Aloe Vera gel. The gel is surrounded by the mucilage
layer which consists of the high value polysaccharides.
Gel - Aloe Vera (inner gel) consists of the eight essential
Amino Acids that the human body requires but can't produce. Gel
(parenchyma) this part you'll find in high quality Aloe products
(contains 200+ nutrients).
Aloe Vera has a
bitter flavor which usually may be uncomfortable in the raw
state. It is possible to get used to the taste of plain Aloe
Vera gel, but if you can not the addition of a few fruit juice
helps to make it more tasty.
There is a lot misunderstandings between Aloe Vera Gel and Aloe
Vera Juice with the 2 frequently being thought synonymous. The
term Gel relates to the inner leaf only, whereas Juice refers to
“Aloe Latex” a bitter compound found just below the skin of the
leaf.
Flowers
Older specimens (usually after four years) may even bloom,
producing a tall stock covered with bright colored coral
flowers. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and
female organs). The flowers are yellow-colored, tubular, and up
to three cm (1.2 in) long, with anthers and stigma protruding.
The flowers are borne in cylindrical racemes on a branched
panicle up to ninety centimeters tall.
The nectar from Aloe flowers is a most loved food for
hummingbirds!
This kind of plant usually grows slowly and gradually inside
a house-purchase a large, more mature plant if possible. If a
young plant is your only choice, you can still use it for first
aid remedies but know it will take a couple of years to get
large.
Young aloe plants are strong enough to use for first aid
treatments, but the more mature plant provides a stronger
potency, power does raise with age.
The very first step is to make sure your plant really is an Aloe
vera as there are numerous plants that look rather like it. It
is not that the occasional look-alike accidentally creeps in
among the Aloe vera plants. Numerous of these leaf succulent
rosette plants are beautifully good houseplants or garden
perennials for warm climates so garden centres sell them (and
seed companies sell the seeds) and people (even ones who know
what these plants really are) grow or even collect them. It may
well be more the circumstance of picking the Aloe vera out from
the other Aloes, Gasterias, Agaves etc. To see more aloe vera
species - names and pictures follow next external links:
The Aloe Page | Institute for Aloe Studies | Aloe list | List of Aloe species
Aloe has a (or frequently much more than one) rosette of, pale green fleshy leaves with a few white-colored spots on a short stem that is usually hidden in the middle. The leaves curl up-wards to form an urn shape. It is not a cactus and as a result does NOT have hairy patches (areoles) thus eliminating cacti with leaf like stems (e.g. Epiphyllum and Opuntia) or leaf like tubercles (e.g. Ariocarpus and Leuchtenbergia). The leaves on small plants are in a fan shaped arrangement (discidous) but if your plant has leaves 10cm long or more, still in this arrangement, you have most likely got a different Aloe or a Gasteria. If you look in the middle of the rosette, you should be able to see progressively smaller leaves spiralling down to nothing. If the central leaves are rolled together to form a cone, you have almost certainly got an Agave. Other Aloes vary hugely from small grass like plants to large trees and shrubs but they frequently have more dark leaves and/or more vicious teeth than A. vera and grow somewhat larger. Aloe vera has yellow, tubular flowers that do not open up much at the ends. Almost all Aloes have flowers that are a comparable shape. It is not the only yellow flowered Aloe but other species have numerous flower colours. An Aloe like plant with flowers that open out flat is most likely a Bulbine.
Because Aloe plants are very
succulent and consist of 95% water, they are very frost
sensitive. If they are cultivated outside in warm temperatures,
they should be grown in full sunshine, or light shade. The earth
should be relatively fertile, and quick draining. Established
plants will survive a drought very well, but for the benefit of
the plant, water should be supplied.
Because of their popularity, Aloe vera plants are offered at
almost every garden shop or nursery. Unless of course you live
in region with a very mild weather, it is best to leave your
Aloe plant in the pot and place it close to a window that will
get a lot of sunlight. You can move the pot outside during the
summer season.
Aloe vera is a succulent, and as such, stores a large amount of
water inside its leaves and root system. Throughout the winter
months, the plant will become relatively inactive, and use very
little moisture. During this period watering should be minimal.
Let the earth to become totally dry prior to giving the plant a
cup or 2 of water. During the summer months, the earth should be
completely soaked, but then be allowed to dried out again before
re-watering.
Aloes have a shallow, spreading root system so when it is time
to repot select a wide planter, rather than a deep one. Use a
planter with a drainage hole, or offer a 1-2 inch layer of
gravel in the bottom part of the pot to make sure sufficient
drainage. Use a good commercial potting mix with additional
perlite, granite grit, or coarse sand added. You may also use a
packaged 'cacti mix' soil. Fertilize annually, in the springtime
with a dilute (half strength), bloom type fertilizer (10-40-10).
Aloes are propagated by eliminating the offsets which are
created close to the bottom of older plants, when they are a few
inches tall (or larger). They may also be developed from seed.
It actually reaches the maturity in 4 years when the leaves are
harvested. A plant may live for twenty five years.
The most typical
problem with care is watering. Such as the majority of succulent
plants, they have minimal water demands. Let earth to dry out
entirely between waterings; then drench the pot so that water
runs out the drainage holes in the bottom into a saucer, and
drain. In the winter season months vegetation take up much less
water, therefore be specially cautious not to over water. If
your Aloe gets sufficient light to bloom, get rid of the flower
stalk any time it is completed blooming.
In very hot environments, Aloe is used in masses in the
landscape. It normally forms colonies and the distinctive
pointed leaves and tall flower stalks may be quite showy. Pair
with other xerophytic vegetation such as agave, yucca, and
cactus. Place 1 to 2 feet apart.
Sunlight
The Aloe vera
plant requires bright light for its growing, but harsh sunshine
may sometimes harm the leaves. Dark brown or orange spots may
show up on the leaves, indicating burning from the sun. These
types of spots may be flaky, or in some situations, the entire
leaf may turn orange. For this reason, it is much better to keep
the plant in a shaded location with plenty of indirect sunshine.
If you want it as an interior plant, then make sure that it will
get adequate bright light. You can hold it close to an east or
west facing windows and if the container is positioned on a
windowsill, then try to prevent direct sunlight. During winter
seasons, keep the plant inside and make sure enough bright
light.
Soil and Fertilizer
The soil for
growing aloe vera need to be very well drained. A potting mix
with sand, pumice and perlite is recommended. These days,
commercial potting mixes are also obtainable. You can go for
pre-packaged 'cacti and succulent mix', as it helps good
waterflow and drainage. Diluted plant foods can be applied (once
a year) in springtime. For indoor aloe vera plants, an organic
kelp eco-friendly fertilizer or worm castings are helpful. Feed
with a cactus environment friendly fertilizer in the summer time
only. Postpone feeding in the winter season as the plant goes
inactive.
Watering
Aloe vera has fleshy leaves, which allow the plant to keep
water. Therefore, the water requirement of this plant is
extremely less and over watering can cause rotting. Water the
plant, only when the soil is dry. You can water it once or twice
a month and very rarely during winter season. Always grow this
plant in pots with drainage holes, as these openings assist to
drain out excessive water. Do not allow water stand in the
rosettes.
Repotting
A healthy aloe
vera plant grows really fast and creates numerous shoots. If the
plant has outgrown the pot and the pot is stuffed with roots,
then you could begin repotting. Do not let the brand new shoots
to grow more than three to four inches, as these types of shoots
draw energy from the mother plant. This impacts the health of
the mother plant, which is indicated by the horizontal growth of
leaves. Therefore, eliminate the shoots when they are three to
four inches long and replant them. It is helpful to use
terracotta pots, as they are porous and permit water drainage.
Water them at the time of replanting and prevent watering for
the next 3 weeks. It is normal for these brand new plants to
change their color to gray or brown, during the first phases of
replanting.
If the leaves are growing flat, try to offer bright light. If
the growth rate of the plant is very slow, then change the soil
mixture and avoid using fertilizers. If you want to harvest the
leaves, go for the ones which are nearest to the ground. Aloe
vera plant can't endure frost or snow. Therefore, hold it in the
house, during these periods. Usually, it is very easy to take
care of the plant. You can also grow some aloe vera plants and
enjoy its benefits.
Aloes have a shallow, spreading root system, thus
when it is moment to repot select a wide planter, instead than a
deep one. Use a planter with a drainage hole, or offer a 1-2
inch layer of gravel in the bottom part of the container to make
sure sufficient drainage. Select a pot that offers a good
drainage, do not use plastic material because it will not absorb
extra moisture. Always choose a clay-based pot. Use a very good
commercial potting mix with extra perlite, granite grit, or
coarse sand added. You may also use a packaged 'cacti mix' soil.
Fertilize yearly, in the springtime with a dilute (half
strength), bloom type fertilizer (10-40-10).
Aloes are spread by getting rid of the offsets which are created
around the base of mature plants, when they are a couple inches
tall (or larger). They may also be developed from seed.
Temperature: Prefers warmer temperatures of 70ºF to 80ºF, but
will survive down to 40ºF
Signs and
symptoms Of Inadequate Plant Care
- Leaves lie flat instead of upright: typically because of not
enough light.
- Leaves are thin and curled: plant is not being watered
sufficient, it’s using up its own fluid.
- Leaves are brown: too much direct sunlight.
- Very slow growth: High alkaline soil or water; too damp for
too long; not adequate light; too much fertilizer.
Removing Leaves
Harvest leaves as you need, the plant injury is quickly sealed
and healed. The leaf will not grow back again, choose those
nearest to the ground as they are the most mature and most
powerful.
How To Cut A Leaf
- Remove the leaf from the plant with a razor-sharp knife.
- Cut the thorny edges from the severed leaf, then slice the
leaf across its width. The inner clear, gooey gel is ready to be
used directly to the affected area. Use generously, it will be
absorbed by the pores and skin within several minutes.
- After the gel from the very first layer of ruptured cells
has run dry, scratch the surface area with a clean knife to
rupture more cells, releasing more juice. This can be continued
until there is absolutely nothing but green skin left.
How Long Will A Leaf Last
- Wrap partially used leaves in foil or plastic wrap and
refrigerate, it will last for days but real biological activity
remain only couple hours.
Consuming The Plant Directly
The colorless pulp is unpalatable, but first rinse off the
bitter yellow sap. Peel off the green skin from the pulp, then
rinse off the sap with cool water.
popularity of aloe vera
Aloe Vera was equally well-known among
ancient kings and queens, not just for its skin enhancing
ability, but additionally for numerous other reasons. Thus let
us look at some of the most popular people from around the world
that made popular the use of Aloe Vera in one way or the other.
Alexander
the Great
The great ruler of history, Alexander the
Great, was well-known to carry Aloe Vera to the battlefields,
where it was used as a medicinal remedy for the injured
soldiers. It has been around 333 BC that Alexander was motivated
by Aristotle, his tutor, to conquer the island of Socotra in the
Indian Ocean. It is believed that the primary reason for doing
so was to seize the island that produced large amount of Aloe
Vera.
Celsius in Greece
It was around 25 AD that the famous Greek pharmacologist Celsius described the use of Aloe Vera in his work. Although, he discussed just about the use of Aloe Vera as purgative, still it further contributed in the direction of the increasing popularity of this natural plant.
Dioscordes
It was during the exact same time period that Dioscordes, the specialist in Roman pharmacology provided comprehensive details about Aloe Vera and its variety of uses. According to him, Aloe Vera in the juice style works as a excellent remedy for stomach cleansing, curing bruises, enhancing dental health and therapy of boils. It was the information and facts documented by him concerning Aloe Vera that made it easier for the plant to obtain the reputation of a wonderful treatment supplier for numerous health complications.
Cleopatra
Cleopatra, the queen of Egypt around 68 B .C., continues to be an ideal of beauty until date. According to the historical documents, Aloe Vera was one of the natural items discovered in the beauty set of this queen, who was capable to catch the attention of the very best of the rulers of that period. Influenced from this, the majority of well-known cosmetic products and solutions for skin care in today’s time consist of Aloe Vera as one of their components.
Nefertiti
Just similar to Cleopatra, Nefertiti was another Egyptian queen who used Aloe Vera with an purpose to improve the beauty of her skin. Wife of an Egyptian Pharaoh, she was viewed as as the most beautiful woman of her period and therefore, the beauty goods used by her have usually been the matter of discussion. However, it is solidly believed that Aloe Vera was one of those products applied by the queen to help to make her look beautiful.
Christopher Columbus
Columbus traveled around the world and has a amount of trips to his credit. It was on these trips through seas and oceans that persuaded this excellent traveller to carry Aloe Vera with him. His key purpose to have this magical remedy from nature on his trips was to take care of his sailors while in long expeditions. Aloe Vera was used as a treatment supplier for numerous kinds of skin problems.
Marco Polo
One of the very best travelers of the history, Marco Polo is also well-known to be familiar with Aloe Vera for its skin enhancing and medicinal qualities. It was on his journey to the Orient that Marco Polo got familiar with numerous applications of Aloe Vera and described it in the form of his documents.
Jesus Christ
The Holy bible describes the use of Aloe Vera on the injuries of Jesus Christ, right after he was crucified and taken away from the cross. It is also talked about that the body of Jesus was covered in Aloe Vera and Myrrh to give some pain relief to him after the brutal act of crucifying him.
King Solomon
The king of Israel around 970 B . C ., King Solomon, is an additional figure from the historical past, well-known to have a excellent knowledge of the natural plant. Not just had he figured out about the healing capabilities of Aloe, he in fact cultivated the plant to extract benefits out of it. It is also described in the documents that Aloe Vera was sued in the king’s wedding. Also, in the Song of Solomon, one can find the speak about of myrrh and aloes.
Galen
Around 200 B . C ., Galen was popular as a physician in the court of a Roman Emperor. Known for writing much more than one hundred books about herbal plants and natural remedies, Galen is known to prescribe Aloe Vera for various reasons. Mostly, he used Aloe Vera as a therapeutic agent for wide variety of skin problems.
Napoleon Bonaparte
The great France emperor Napoleon is among the most famous individuals from the modern history, who utilized Aloe Vera for its strength to cure the injuries at warfronts. A amount of Napoleonic wars were fought and in the majority of of them, Aloe Vera was used as a healing agent for the injured soldiers of Napoleon army.
Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi from India is yet another
well-known individuality in the modern periods, known to use
Aloe Vera to keep a very good level of body energy during his
long fasts. Gandhi, the greatest freedom fighter of Indian
independence revolution, used the power of non-violence towards
the British rule and therefore, went on indefinite fasts a
number of times. According to him, Aloe Vera was one of the
things that developed his strength to bear the weakness
triggered due to fasting.
As you can see, Aloe Vera shares place with many of the
prestigious individuals of various eras. The information above
is sufficient to motivate anybody to incorporate Aloe Vera in
their routine, either as a beauty booster, or as a therapy
supplier for variety of health problems.
aloe vera gel
Aloe Vera consists of 2 crucial ingredients: the first one,
under the rind of the leaf, a yellow, milky a bit bitter fluid (aloin)
having been used for hundreds of years as a laxative under the
form of a powder obtained from the leaf, and the second one, the
aloe gel, a fibrous liquid located in the inside of the leaf.
The gel has been used for many years only, although it has
unique healing benefits and it is the most useful element of the
plant.
However, the Aloe Vera gel, in spite of its amazing benefits,
has a main disadvantage: it is extremely vulnerable to oxidation
(it oxidizes very quickly). If it is not processed right away,
within two hours it loses its healing components and it is
damaged by oxygen and microorganisms. Thus, this gift of nature
could be used just by people who had accessibility to the fresh
plants. In order to prevent oxidation there are added a few
natural antioxidants such as natural vitamins A, C and E. The
gel is thus stabilized and it can't degrade, keeping its curing
qualities. Due to the healing value of Aloe gel, in the last
decades it has been attempting the stabilization of the gel thus
that it can be broadly used by many people. The experiments
regarding the technique of stabilization of the gel were
effective at the end of 1940s - the beginning of the 1950s and,
subsequently, this has become a extremely popular and
extensively used supplement since that moment. Until 1968 there
had been patented numerous techniques of stabilizing. One of the
very best companies and very successful one was Aloe Vera of
America which kept 2 patents for stabilizing the Aloe gel. This
company was incorporated by Forever Living Products, which
patented additional 2 methods of stabilization of the gel.
These techniques represent the foundation for obtaining a 100%
pure and stabilized gel. The leaves are cut manually and the
removal of the gel is performed quickly thus avoiding its
oxidation. The gel is removed mechanically and in the exact same
time the yellow milky liquid - which is found immediately under
the rind (the aloin) and which has, as it is acknowledged, a
laxative impact and occasionally irritating - is separated.
Promptly after being removed, the gel is immediately stabilized
in order to protect unchanged all the natural nutritive elements
existent in the plant.
The gel is bottled in special plastic phials with multilayer
composition (3 layers) and are hermetically sealed. The rind of
the leaf is taken out and is used for fertilizing the sole. The
level of quality is carefully controlled throughout each phase
of processing. The Aloe gel and nectar, made by Forever Living
Products were the very first products in the world that match
(and have even outrun them) to the top quality requirements of
International Aloe Science Council, getting the right of
displaying the single of the Council of products. The products
also feature the Kosher and the Islamic Society’s Seals of
Approval of California. Forever Living Products additionally
guarantees the satisfaction that its goods offer.
Having
already been used for hundreds of years as a effective natural
laxative, the bitterly milky fluid that Aloe Vera consists of -
the aloin - was the only element to be recognized and used. But
the fact that Aloe leaves include a large amount of a nutritive
fibrous liquid - the Aloe gel with unique healing benefits was
not known. Therefore, the scientific literature referred just to
the property of Aloe as a laxative and not really to that of a
nutritive tonic supplement and regenerative of the entire body.
This misunderstandings has came out also because of the fact
that if throughout the procedure of removing the Aloe gel, the
aloin isn’t eliminated, the effect it has in the composition of
the gel is most of the time an undesired one. Thus, when the
Aloe Vera products - drinks and makeup products - came out, the
majority of of them being goods not having the required
separation between the gel and the aloin, it made the
authorities to interdict the internal usage of Aloe Vera.
aloe vera miracle doctor
You most likely learn aloe
has already been used for hundreds of years to
take care of burns and scratches. It’s almost
certainly safe to state, you’ve even used it for
at least 1 of those 2 (that involves sunburns!).
Are you aware that aloe is known to by numerous
scientists as “Nature’s Miracle” due to the fact
of the dozens upon dozens of other health
conditions it can take care of? Chances are you
didn’t.
That is simply because the large drug
corporations don’t want you to know about that.
They have held it under wraps simply because
they make money via research of illness healing
drugs. It requires many years and millions of
dollars to discover a drug, test it, and finally
market it. That then resources their own next
project. It’s a terrible circuit that never ever
stops.
The drug corporations don’t have the time (or
basically don’t want to) to research the
advantages of natural remedies, treatments, and
cures. There is no money to be made from
something that can’t be trademarked.
Unfortunately for all of us, they are a business
and money is the bottom line.
The fact is, nowadays it costs $1 billion to
create a drug for market and without airtight
patents to protect it, there is absolutely no
way for drug organizations to get a return on
this kind of a enormous investment.
As soon as they obtain a brand new drug on the
marketplace, the number of side-effects is much
longer than our commute to work and occasionally
even worse than what they are supposedly
treating.
Opposite to what the drug organizations direct
you to believe, there are all-natural treatments
that are easily obtainable. Aloe is on the top
of that list. It has already been confirmed to
treat so many ailments that it is referred to as
a miracle plant.
There have already been thousands of scientific
studies executed on aloe's healing capabilities
and still the general public has never heard of
the majority of of them. The media will never
inform you regarding these types of scientific
studies simply because the "big money" drug
corporations will stop all of them.
The drug industry does not popularize aloe
simply because drug companies cannot patent an
aloe plant (they wish they could!). Aloe has
such a wonderful chemical structure, confirmed
scientifically, like no other plant.
"In clinical scientific studies of Aloe vera’s
internal and external uses have been discovered
mitigations or full resolutions of the
following:
Abrasions Colds Herpes simplex & zoster Staph infections Acne Colic Menstrual cramps & irregularity Ulcerations Allergies Denture (gum) sores Nausea Burns Epstein-Barr virus Chronic fatigue |
Hypertension Stings Actinic keratoses Constipation Infections Sunburns Ulcerative colitis Arthritis Dermatitis Parasites (especially protozoan infections) Vaginitis Radiation dermatitis Warts Viral infections |
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...I understand you must be
thinking that absolutely no a single plant or product could
impact - in several positive way - all of the above. If so, it
would be a magic. It is absolutely no question why thousands of
Aloe vera consumers worldwide have frequently referred to it as
a “miracle plant.”
Is Aloe vera actually a miracle plant? Numerous facts and
extended analysis are available, so you may make a decision for
yourself. Organized medicine and pharmacology have not embraced
Aloe, simply because it can't be copyrighted and its usage
threatens virtually hundreds of prescription and
non-prescription drugs. Aloe vera is hypo-allergenic and has no
recognized side effects even in large ."
Aloe vera is efficient when
applied both
internally and externally
Anytime the pharmaceutical drug
industry approaches the dilemma "How does aloe vera gel work?",
the response is to determine which specific chemical component
of an aloe vera plant is contributing to its therapeutic
activity. This opens the door to commercial extraction and
refinement (both procedures that CAN be trademarked)
There are a number of aloe based products on the market place
right now. This is in reaction to the truth that the benefits of
aloe are slowing slipping out to the general public. The trouble
with the majority of these products is that they have been
over-processed which makes the aloe practically ineffective.
Even the “100% Natural” aloe products consist of up to 90%
water! A loophole which is extensively used throughout
manufacturing.
Aloe vera gel applied externally will help with acne, sunburns,
thermal and radiation burns, boils, dandruff, gum sores,
dermatitis, edemas, hemorrhoids, inflammation in the eyes,
insect bites and stings, psoriasis, skin rashes and irritations,
ulcers, varicose veins, warts, wounds and wrinkles.
When you use freshly squeezed aloe vera gel on the infected area
of the skin, it produces a protective layer which speeds up the
recovery process, reduces swelling and redness, decreases
inflammation, relieves pain, stimulates activity of collagen in
tissue and helps prevent blisters in case of burns.
Used internally, it minimizes inflammation which is included in
such illnesses as ulcerative colitis, arthritis, and gastritis,
helps with the lowering of blood sugar with both type I and II
diabetes and has a effective healing result on AIDS, cancer,
tumors and numerous different immune system diseases.
Mucopolysaccharides discovered in aloe vera are very efficient
intracellular antioxidants which is very significant in
preventing and dealing with arteriosclerosis, heart disorders
and Parkinson's disease.
Nowadays home treatments have become much more popular simply
because people have become aware of the dangerous side effects
of synthetic medications.
If you are really serious regarding managing your health issues
naturally or getting gorgeous skin and hair without investing
hundreds of dollars on high-priced skin care and spa therapies
... try our aloe vera products If you need to justify the price,
skip going out for dinner once this week and it is paid for.
Aloe is a really miraculous plant that has already been known
for too long in the medical history to be overlooked.
benefits from aloe vera
How to
obtain the highest benefit from aloe vera.
The reason why should everybody try out Aloe Vera Gel?
If you feel healthy - keep maintaining your inner organs clean
and you truly feel young and healthful always.
If you feel sick - give your internal organs a opportunity to
clean themselves.
Allow Aloe Vera time to work
Aloe Vera is not an immediately treatment, it is not medicine
and like any natural substance it takes time to work. Since our
cells regrow every ninety days you need to give Aloe Vera that
time period to work. But if you continue on to smoke cigarettes,
consume unhealthy or if you have any kind of particular
problems, it might take up to twelve months to get the complete
final result. Give your body time to adjust.
Consider
the dosage
Dosage is very often exactly where people make their very first
error. Always begin on a smaller dose and build it up over the
very first week. You may begin with as little as 15 millilitres
twice per day when you start. To a maximum of 60 ml, twice a
day. Keep your open Aloe Vera drinks in your fridge for up to
three months. If they are closed, then hold them at room
temperature as per expiration date found on the bottom of the
bottle.
Take Aloe
Vera on an empty stomach
It is highly recommend that you take Aloe Vera first thing in
the morning and then again final thing at night and avoid foods
and hot beverages for about 1 hour. Staying away from the drinks
is not important, but it will boost Aloe Vera.
Some state Aloe Vera increases digestive function when taken
just before or just after a meal. It’s truly up to the
individual to figure out how they take Aloe Vera, how frequently
and how much.
The ‘detox’ impact
There are particular things which are aspect of the regular
detox procedure, such as; skin rashes, head aches and diarrhea.
Diarrhea, as part of the detoxification procedure of the body,
is just a problem if it continues longer than a couple of days,
and will typically occur if you take a large quantity of Aloe
Vera. If such is the situation reduce the dose of Aloe Vera for
a few days and drink much more drinking water. Generally
speaking consuming proper quantity of drinking water
particularly during the very first fourteen days is important.
Using Aloe
Vera for constipation
Constipation or bowel problem can be improved by consuming more
filtered water every day (to help flush through the system,
rehydrate the entire body and make softer the stool), and
escalating the dose of Aloe Vera till the intestinal is
functioning perfectly again.
Can pregnant women take Aloe Vera?
In the past, pregnant women have often been advised to stay away
from taking Aloe Vera internally as a tonic. This was simply
because it was stated to trigger bowel spasms that might be
harmful to them. There seems to be an aspect of scaremongering
on this problem. Those Aloe Vera products that do not really
match the minimum IASC (International Aloe Science Council)
quality requirements, or have too much aloin content would not
be beneficial to pregnant women. They would also not be valuable
to anyone else either! The leading Aloe Vera brand names,
particularly those products that are primarily based on the
pure, stabilized inner gel, with the now accepted healing aloin
amounts, have been applied by pregnant women for many years
without any kind of evident or documented side effects.
Using Aloe Vera with diabetes
In some diabetics, it has been observed that consuming Aloe Vera
improves the quantity of insulin created by the human body.
Anybody who has diabetic issues who wants to take aloe vera
should be informed of this and should check with their doctor to
make sure that their insulin levels are adequately and very
carefully monitored. There are numerous diabetes sufferers right
now drinking aloe vera gels or juices and discovering that their
diabetes is more ‘under control’, that their weight is much more
stable and they have much more vitality.
Using Aloe
Vera if you have allergies/skin problems
If you are vulnerable to any allergic reactions, it is usually
better to do a ‘patch test’ or ‘trial’ first. Always take advice
any time using Aloe Vera internally, particularly for the
treatment of sinuses, ears and eyes.
Can you
take Aloe Vera while going on a fast?
Yes, you can absolutely take Aloe Vera while fasting. When
Mahatma Gandhi was questioned what secrets he had that sustained
him throughout his long fasts, he answered “It was my unshakable
faith in God, my simple and frugal lifestyle, and the Aloe
[Vera] whose positive aspects I found upon my arrival in South
Africa”.
Aloe Vera - not really a
panacea for all ills
Inspite of the broad ranging health benefits that may be taken
from drinking Aloe Vera and using it topically, don’t believe of
aloe vera as a panacea for all problems - in fact there is no
such thing. Aloe Vera’s historical past and track record as a
healer and the important role that it has played out in herbal
medicine over the centuries is very well documented. However,
such as the majority of other ‘natural remedies’, it can usually
take longer to get any beneficial effect on several long-term
symptoms compared to a chemically based drug, although there are
no warranties that this kind of drug treatments may work or work
any better than a natural remedy like Aloe Vera.
Contradictions, are there any?
To our knowledge, and through the experience of other people
over the last thirty years or more, there are no contradictions.
Please keep in mind Aloe Vera is a nontoxic, natural substance
and it is also unlikely to react with any traditional
medication.
Aloe Vera will work
harmoniously
The reason for this is that it operates harmoniously with the
body’s own self controlling systems rather than overcoming them
and abandoning them depleted. Aloe Vera works with the body to
improve the consumption of nutrients and the bio-availability of
vitamins and minerals and to enhance the immune system, with no
known harmful side effects.
Once again, if you have any questions, concerns or would like
additional clarification, please feel totally free to get in
touch with us via email.
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Next article is taken from The Aloe Vera Site.
Does Aloe Vera really work?Just as there are millions of people who drink Aloe Vera and claim it is a very effective natural remedy, there are also large numbers who have tried it and seen absolutely no effect at all. Here are some of the many reasons why you can try it, and it can fail to do anything:
* Not all Aloe Vera works. There are more than 300 types of 'Aloe Vera' but the one used with success is Aloe Barbadensis Miller but with little regulation in the trade some companies use other varieties simply to cash in on the Aloe Vera name.
* Aloe Vera takes a long time to grow, typically 4-5 years before the outer leaves are mature enough to contain a gel that is actually effective. To cut costs some companies harvest immature leaves whose gel has limited benefits.
* Aloe Vera is a natural product and ideally this is the best way to get it. If you can't then use only juices that have had the minimum amount of processing.
* Aloe Vera is not a drug. Drugs are created to have an immediate chemical reation in the body. We take a pain killer and expect the pain to be gone within an hour. Aloe Vera does not work in the same way and its effects can be gradual - taking days, weeks or months to work.
good quality aloe vera
Following text is taken from The Aloe Vera Site with their permission.
How to choose good quality Aloe Vera
Because Aloe Vera is a natural product, not a drug, its' production and distribution are largely unregulated. Those who distribute it are not allowed to make medical claims (although many do) but at the same time there is no control over the end quality.
The amount of Aloe vera in each product can vary too. Some may not even contain the amount stated on the label. There are hundreds of manufacturers trying to sell their products. Unfortunately, by law they don't have to test their product for safety or effectiveness. And many don't! So our advice is to buy with caution.
It cannot be excluded that manufacturers try to enlarge their profit margins by watering down the original Aloe juice.
Any liquid product on the market which claims to be "100% Aloe vera" cannot be genuinely quite 100%, although it can be very nearly so. And any liquid product which claims "no preservatives" has got to be wrong unless it were canned or otherwise sterilized or was on very short term distribution � rather like fresh milk
Add to this its' rise in popularity as an alternative medicine and you also encourage a host of companies to produce anything which can include 'Aloe Vera' on the label.
As a general rule of thumb, just like fruit juice, you should be looking for the product that is as close to 'fresh squeezed' as possible. The following is a breakdown of how to assess if you have found good quality Aloe Vera or not, especially for drinking.
Whole Leaf Aloe Vera
This is not a good idea for two reasons:
* The outer skin of the leaf is highly toxic, it is the plants natural defense against being eaten in the wild.
* If the product has been filtered to remove the parts of the outer skin, nutritious parts of the gel will also be lost.
Exposing the "Whole Leaf" Myth
Unlike the pure inner aloe vera gel found inside the aloe vera leaf, the rind of the aloe vera leaf has essentially no nutritional value. This means that the presence of the rind in aloe vera products such as aloe vera drinks is little more than useless 'filler.'
Why would you pay for filler that is of essentially no benefit when you want only the pure, inner aloe vera gel?
The benefits of aloe vera juice are derived from the pure aloe vera gel inside aloe vera leaf used to make aloe vera juice and aloe vera gelly skin care products. Aloe vera gel has known benefits for skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis. Aloe vera juice made from pure aloe vera gel is also excellent for digestion and healthy bowels. The promotion of "whole leaf" aloe vera products with the rind included, as being significantly beneficial in some way, is simply incorrect and misleading.
It takes more time, effort, resources, and money to remove the outer rind than to use a "throw-it-all-in-a-blender" and call it "whole leaf" method that most manufacturers prefer. That would be like blending the rind of an orange into the juice and calling it "whole orange juice."
The final product of just the pure inner aloe vera gel more than justifies the extra labor and costs needed for a superior, quality, aloe vera gel product.
The promoters of "whole leaf" Aloe Vera maintain that as they use all the leaf, their product must be more abundant in the good properties. However, the components most likely to destroy the polysaccharides, thought to give Aloe Vera its renowned properties, during processing (cellulose and bacteria), are present in the leaves either just under the rind or on the surface of the leaf. Certainly "whole leaf" manufacturers use carbon filtration or other techniques to filter out the impurities in the liquidized whole leaf and these are thought to also filter out many of the beneficial constituents. If whole leaf is better why would the largest grower and processor of Aloe Vera in the world take the trouble to fillet by hand the inner leaf gel and use only that, and provide a 30 day "money back" guarantee to back it up?
Conclusion: Not Recommended - look for drinks that use the inner leaf only like FLP.
"Double Strength" Aloe Vera
To achieve this the Aloe Vera has to be boiled down or freeze dried and then reconstituted with half the amount of water. This causes problems because:
* boiling or freeze drying the product causes it to loose much of its' nutritional benefits so it becomes less effective.
* the natural water content is part of what makes the gel so effective as water is required to help the nutritional elements be absorbed by the digestive tract.
It can generally be compared to 'Orange juice from concentrate' as opposed to 'fresh squeezed juice' - more processes, less goodness.
Conclusion: Not Recommended - look for something more natural.
Tablets and Capsules or Aloe Vera in powdered form
To achieve this the Aloe Vera has to be boiled down or freeze dried. This causes problems because:
* boiling or freeze drying the product causes it to loose much of its' nutritional benefits so it becomes less effective
* the natural water content is part of what makes the gel so effective as water is required to help the nutritional elements be absorbed by the digestive tract
* One of Aloe Vera's benefits in liquid form is that it clears the digestion system so more vitamins and minerals can be absorbed. It is quite possible for tablets, capsules and pills to pass through the body untouched and no benefit will be felt.
The various processes used (freezing, air drying, chemicals, etc.) can alter and even destroy the natural benefits of Aloe vera gel. You simply do not know what you are getting, nor can you be assured of quality control. (A significant amount of powdered and concentrated aloe vera comes from countries where even minimum quality standards are not enforced. And, you have no idea how long shipped aloe vera has been just sitting in the container.)
Conclusion: Not Recommended with the possible exception of use for Interstitial cystitis
"Concentrated" Aloe Vera
To achieve this the Aloe Vera has to be boiled down or freeze dried and then reconstituted with half the amount of water. This causes problems because:
* boiling or freeze drying the product causes it to loose much of its' nutritional benefits so it becomes less effective
* the natural water content is part of what makes the gel so effective as water is required to help the nutritional elements be absorbed by the digestive tract
It can generally be compared to 'Orange juice from concentrate' as opposed to 'fresh squeezed juice' - more processes, less goodness.
Conclusion: Not Recommended - look for a more natural product
"Pasteurised / Homogenised / filtered" Aloe Vera
Homogenisation takes out a great deal of the natural goodness in Aloe Vera and filtration does the same. There is no reason to filter fresh squeezed orange juice and there is certainly no reason to filter Aloe Vera. Although 'filter' has good connotations this is not one of them.
Conclusion: Not Recommended - there is no need to filter good quality gel
Artificial flavours and colours added
Many companies are involved in this practice to maintain the consistancy of the product from batch to batch and make it more marketable. Ultimately however it is simply adding chemicals to a natural product.
Conclusion: Not Recommended - look for something more natural
Products without The IASC Seal for Content and Purity
The International Aloe Science Council council Seal
The International Aloe Science Council council checks that the Aloe Vera actually being used is pure and of good quality. Note: They do not check how much aloe vera is in a particular product so it is possible to carry the seal so long as 'some percentage' of the product is good quality Aloe Vera. They also do not check what is done to the good quality aloe which may include freeze drying or other processes whereby much of the goodness is lost. The seal is a starting point but many companies use it without permission and some even provide samples for testing which bear little relation to the product actually onsale. However for reference a full list of products allowed to carry the seal can be found here. You can also see companies and products where the seal has been withdrawn here.
Conclusion: Not Recommended on its own but helpful, do not buy a product without this
Aloe Vera described as "made with 100% Aloe Vera"
This is a totally legal and highly misleading description as the product can contain 1% Aloe Vera but that 1% is 100% Aloe Vera. It is a similar practice to Green Washing (for example: describing packaging as 'recyclable' rather than 'recycled').
If the drink is being sold from a refridgerated cabinet in a shop with a sell buy date of a few days more (as with milk or real fresh orange juice) then this may be real. If not the claim is definitely false. The best processing methods for long life aloe vera (with a long sell by date) have only achieved about 97% pure Aloe Vera gel.
Conclusion: Not Recommended unless you are buying from the refridgerator (as with real fresh orange juice)
Aloe Vera is not the first ingredient
Generally it is possible to make Aloe Vera that can be transported long distances and stored without much tempering. Juices and gels can be produced this way that contain 95% plus Aloe Vera gel and therefore it will be the first ingredient on the ingredients list. If the product does not have Aloe Vera as the first ingredient avoid it. If it does then you are sure 51% is Aloe Vera but try to establish if the real content is 90% plus.
Conclusion: Not Recommended - look for a product with Aloe Vera as the first ingredient
Overall Summary
Much of what is on the market is highly suspect and often poor quality so look for products:
* that have the The International Aloe Science Council Seal for Content and Purity
* where Aloe Vera is the first ingredient
* that do not over process the gel ( freezing, air drying, chemicals, double strength, freeze dried, capsules, etc.)
* that use only the inner leaf of the gel not "whole leaf"
* that are not watered down, as is so often the case with aloe vera drinks found in expensive health food stores and elsewhere.
* you want only stabilized aloe vera juice and skin care products that are carefully packaged so that both light and oxygen are blocked from the aloe gel contents. Light and oxygen break down the beneficial properties of Aloe vera gel .... avoid aloe vera juices that are bottled in clear or translucent (opaque) containers.
It is important to understand that the above guidelines will find you the best Aloe Vera drinks. However you may experience benefits from lower quality products because they may still contain some of the properties of the original gel that your body responds well to.
Always remember if you try one brand without success this does not mean that Aloe Vera does not work for you, it may just mean you are trying the wrong brand or type.
Previous text was taken from The Aloe Vera Site.
frequently asked questions
Q1: How much should I drink?
A: This depends on your reasons for drinking aloe. As with other nutritional supplements, some people take a small amount 1 – 2 fl oz 30/60ml) – to maintain their general well being. Other people boost their intake for specific reasons – when they might drink up to 6 fl oz (180ml) or more a day. The average is 2 – 4 fl oz (60/120ml) per day. Some people, such as the elderly, need less whereas those who are larger framed need more. Note the “serving size” 8 fl oz printed on the side of the bottle is for nutritional comparison purposes only. It does not mean that 8fl oz is a recommended amount to drink in one serving.
Q2: Can I mix it with anything else?
A: Yes, if you really don’t like the taste, then try mixing it with pure fruit juice, cordial or honey.
Q3: When is the best time to drink aloe?
A: We would recommend you take aloe on an empty stomach to get the maximum benefit. So for example you could take it first thing in the morning and then again late afternoon.
Q4: When should I feel some benefits?
A: We anticipate that few people will feel notable benefits before 6 weeks; we urge you to take it for a trial period of at least 3 months.
Q5: How should I store the drink?
A: As with most natural foods, once you’ve opened the bottle, it should be stored in the fridge with the lid tightly closed. Of course during storage, the natural pulp will settle, so you should always shake the bottle before use. Note that the date stamped on the bottom of the container is the bottling date. The ‘use by’ date is on a label on the lid
Q6: Can children be given Aloe Vera Gel?
A: Yes, in proportional amounts, e.g. adult amount over 12 years, half amount for 6 -12 years, quarter adult amount 3 – 5 years and a sixth of an adult amount from 3 years and below.
Q7: Can infants under the age of one be given Aloe Vera?
A: It is not recommended to give Aloe Vera Gel to infants because they have an immature gut and are prone to colic. The Gel may exacerbate this, as it increases the transit time of the bowel contents.
Q8: Which supplement would you suggest I take as a multi-vitamin/ multi-mineral?
A: The Aloe Vera Gel and Berry Nectar are wonderful complete tonics to take on a daily basis containing 75 different vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids. I would suggest either the Nature-Min, Bee Pollen or the Fields of Green. These have both been quoted as complete foods, as they last both mentioned contain a whole range of vitamins and minerals in their most natural state. It is so important to take a supplement in its natural state as it can be readily absorbed by the body.
Q9: What about Vegetarians and Vegans?
A: Vegetarian or vegan diets can benefit from supplementation of Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, calcium, iron and zinc. Vegetarians should take Aloe Vera Gel, B12 Plus, Nature-Min, Bee Pollen, Absorbent-C and Calcium. Note: Chondroitin, which is an ingredient in Freedom, contains bovine and is therefore not suitable for strict vegetarians. Vegans should take: Aloe Vera Gel and B12 Plus. Note: Freedom contains Glucosamine, made from crustacean shells, which are highly purified to remove any trace of allergens. Forever Freedom may therefore not be suitable for Vegans.
Q10: Why is it better to take a natural supplement instead of a synthetic one?
A: Although they appear to be identical, the natural vitamins are more readily absorbed by the body and they don’t contain any toxins. In some cases synthetic supplements cant be broken down by the body, so they come out exactly the same as they went in.
Q11: What is the best time to take FLP supplements?
A: Take the vitamins with meals, because this way they are absorbed and work more efficiently. If for example you take two A-Beta-Care per day – take one in the morning with breakfast, and the second one with your evening meal, not both taken at the same time. The Bee Products ideally should be chewed. Fat soluble vitamins (A.E.D.K) should be taken just before you eat. Water soluble vitamins (B,C.F) with meals or just after.
Q12: How much should I drink?
A: We recommend the following on an empty stomach:
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Adults and children up to 12: 30 ml (1 fl oz) in the morning and in the evening 30 minutes before a meal.
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6-11 years: Give half the adult amount: (1 oz/30 ml)
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3-5 years: Give a quarter of the adult amount: (1/2 oz/15 ml)
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1-2 years: Just give a teaspoon at a time
Those quantities are to maintain general wellbeing. We can
advise you for specific conditions.
Q13: When will I feel the benefits?
A:
We urge our customers to take Aloe Vera for a trial period of at
least 3 month. Some people will feel the benefits earlier.
Q14: Are there any side effects of drinking Aloe
Vera?
A:
Yes and there are very positive one! Some people might
experience a change in bowel movements during the first few
days.
This is usually a sign that your body is cleansing and flushing
away the toxins. If you have some worries about your symptoms,
please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Q16: How to store the Aloe Vera drinks?
A;
You should store it in the fridge once it’s open. You can keep
the bottle for up to 3 months in the fridge (with the lid
closed).
FAQs ABOUT ALOE VERA DRINKS
How
much should I drink?
This depends on your reasons for drinking Aloe Vera. As with
other nutritional supplements, some people take a small amount
each morning (60ml) to maintain their general well being. Other
people boost their intake for specific reasons, when they might
drink up to 180ml or more a day. The average is 120ml per day.
Some people such as the elderly need less, whereas those who are
larger framed need more.
Can I mix it with anything else?
Yes, if you really don‘t like the taste, then try mixing it with
pure fruit juice, cordial or honey. Pomesteen Power gives it an
amazing taste!
When is the best time to drink Aloe?
We would recommend you take Aloe Vera on an empty stomach to get
the maximum benefit, and then wait 20 minutes before having
anything else. First thing in the morning is good, or right
before bed.
When should I feel some benefits?
Every body is different - different diets, lifestyles, sleep
patterns, levels of exercise, etc. A few people feel benefit in
2-4 weeks, but most take a little longer. We would encourage you
to take Aloe Vera for a trial period of at least 2 months.
Taken internally, Forever’s Aloe Vera drinks provide the
essential building blocks for the body to cleanse, restore,
protect and balance itself. For this reason, once the body has
cleansed and restored itself to a state of well-being, it is
important to take a daily maintenance dosage in order for the
body to continue to cleanse and balance itself on an ongoing
basis. Unfortunately, many people who receive benefits then stop
taking it and, when their bodies return to the previous state of
toxicity and imbalance, they say that Aloe Vera did not 'cure'
their condition. It is essential to realize that unless you
significantly change your life-style, diet and exercise regime,
etc, you must continue to supplement your systems with Aloe Vera
for the needed additional vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino
acids that will assist in maintaining your balanced state of
well-being.
How should I store the drink?
As with most natural foods, once you‘ve opened the bottle, it
should be stored in the refrigerator with the lid tightly
closed. Of course during storage, the natural pulp will settle,
so you should always shake the bottle before use. (Please note
that the date stamped on the bottom of the container is the
bottling date. The 'use by' date is on the lid)
Are there any side-effects?
There are occasionally some mild detox symptoms the first time
people start drinking Aloe Vera. Some people have noticed a
slight headache, a rumbly tummy or a change in their bowel
movements for 2 or 3 days, having a couple of spots come up.
Nothing particularly dramatic, but we want you to be aware of
them in case you happen to experience anything like this.
Aloe Vera Gel or Forever Freedom - which to take?
Both drinks contain a substantial amount of gel with its
inherent anti-inflammatory and pain killing effects. They both
contain therefore, the nutritional benefit of the vitamins,
minerals and trace elements. The difference is, that whereas the
straight gel is around 98% Aloe Vera, Forever Freedom has lost
about 15% which is replaced by the additives Glucosamine,
Chondroitin, MSM and extra Vitamin C.
These additives were put there to target a specific condition,
that of osteoarthritis. This wear and tear problem arises when
joint cartilage is worn away and not adequately replaced,
leading eventually to bone rubbing against bone with the
consequent pain, stiffness and ultimately joint deformity. Most
people manufacture adequate amounts of cartilage up until the
age of about 40 when the process starts to fail and by about 50
those who are destined to get the condition, start to show
signs. Some people are more prone especially if they have a
family history, are overweight, indulge in extreme sports or
whose job involves heavy manual labor.
Forever Freedom would be a natural preventative choice for these
individuals, as the additives in the drink are the natural
building blocks of cartilage so help replace any deficiency.
This does not mean however, that other people should not take
it. It must remain a matter of personal choice but we would
advise those categories that we have listed would be better off
with this drink, especially in middle age or above. There of
course comes a time when prevention is no longer appropriate and
in these circumstances the yellow tub may be the drink of choice
because of the higher percentage of Aloe Vera Gel.