Aloe Vera for health, hair and skin problems
Aloe vera is used for dental health, lowers blood sugar, relieves constipation, it improves the digestive system as it has polysaturated and monosaturated compounds, boosts White Blood Cells (WBC), relieves constipation. 1 tsp of aloe vera, pinch of rock salt, mix and heat, allow the moisture to evaporate, eat this mixture once a day.
Aloe vera is an antioxidant, helps maintain the structure of blood vessels, hence used in the management of diabetes. With medical approval you may consume 10 ml of aloe vera juice and 10 ml of water mix well to regulate blood sugar levels.
For red and burning eyes, tie some aloe vera gel in a cloth and place them gently place them over your eyelids and sleep.
For a dry mouth, apply aloe vera gel inside your mouth with your fingers 4 times in a day.
To stimulate the taste buds, rub the aloe vera gel on your teeth, to get rid of dental plaque. If this gel is used as a mouthwash, it will give relief form bleeding and swollen gums, as it contains Vitamin C.
For weight loss- heat ½ tsp of aloe vera gel with 1 tsp of triphala powder + 1 tsp pf honey + 1 cup of water, drink after dinner or before bedtime. Remember aloe vera may cause some stomach irritation, so it is better to cook it in water for some time, then drink it. It should not be taken in a higher dose.
Side effects- should not be taken by those who suffer from diarrhea, children under 12 years, pregnant women and breast feeding mothers.
Skin- aloe vera has excellent hydrating and anti-aging properties. It can be applied on your skin everyday as a moisturizer and as a cleanser,
Pimples, cut a matured leaf, apply little turmeric pdr over it, leave it in for 15 minutes, liquid will flow out, apply it on your pimples, dark spots of black heads. If any pimples are filled with pus, mix turmeric pdr with this gel and apply it 3 times in a day.
For diaper rashes- mix aloe vera gel with equal quantity of sesame oil and apply on the affected area.
Aloe vera gel can be applied on any minor burn or injury for a quick healing.
Hair growth, dandruff- apply aloe vera gel directly on your scalp and hair once a week. Leave it on for 30 minutes, then rinse off using plain water or mild shampoo.