It is an ancient plant, they are signs of some Assyrian tablets dated around 2000 BC found in the Mesopotamian city of Nippur; also seems to have been one of the plants used by the Egyptians for embalming the Pharaohs, is also why it is called the "plant of immortality".
In aloe gel, i.e., the part inside the leaf, the transparent, is contained a high concentration of complex sugars, in particular glucomannan, which have large immune-stimulants; but the peculiarity of the gel of the Aloe Vera are countless thanks to the quantity of vitamin A, C, E, those of the B group, folic acid in addition to minerals such as iron, copper, calcium, magnesium, zinc, chromium, potassium, sodium, manganese, selenium, phosphorus, germanium and still essential and nonessential amino acids, fatty acids, plant sterols, plant hormones, phospholipids, enzymes, saponins, lecithins, lignin.
But what is the Aloe vera gel?
- strengthens the immune system and is a good antiviral
- detoxifies and purifies
- is an excellent anti-inflammatory
- is an excellent cure for psoriasis
- is a coagulant and healing
- is a natural antibiotic, antibacterial and antifungal
- has anti-aging
- is a moisturizer for the skin
- works as a cell regenerator
- is an antipyretic
- is an anesthetic
- helps in case of asthma
- is an excellent adjuvant for intestinal balance
- is a tonic gastrointestinal and creates a good gastric barrier
- stimulates metabolism.
The Aloe vera gel purifies the body as it helps to remove dead cells and accelerates the formation of new cell tissue, also for this reason it is considered an excellent healing. The anti-inflammatory properties owes to its ability to behave as a steroid but without the side effects. It is often used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, to reduce pain and redness caused by muscle strains and distortions, it helps the healing of tendonitis and is excellent against burns and sunburn.