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Your products and packs will now be even more powerful when you supplement with one of hottest new products--LifAloe™. |
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Aloe, native to Africa, is also known as "lily of the desert", the "plant of immortality", and the "medicine plant". The name was derived from the Arabic alloeh meaning "bitter" because of the bitter liquid found in the leaves. In 1500 B.C. Egyptians recorded use of the herbal plant in treating burns, infections and parasites. Ancient Greeks, Arabs and Spaniards have used the plant throughout the millennia. African hunters still rub the gel on their bodies to reduce perspiration and their scent. Extensive research since the 1930's has shown that the clear gel has a dramatic ability to heal wounds, ulcers and burns. Clinical research has shown that Aloe Vera may absorb intestinal pathogens and toxins. It may also be a potent prebiotic in promoting growth of friendly "good" colon bacteria which is required for good health. The plant is about 96% water. The rest of it contains active ingredients including essential oil, amino acids, minerals, vitamins, enzymes and glycoproteins. Many liquid health treatments are made, some combining aloe juice with other plants and herbs. The juice has been shown to be soothing to digestive tract irritations, such as colitis and peptic ulcers. As a food supplement, aloe is said to facilitate digestion, aid in blood and lymphatic circulation, as well as kidney, liver and gall bladder functions. Aloe contains at least three fatty acids that are helpful for the stomach, small intestine and colon. It naturally alkalizes digestive juices to prevent extreme digestive acidity - a common cause of indigestion. It may also help cleanse the digestive tract by exerting a soothing, balancing effect |
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Q. I've always heard that aloe vera is good for burns. Isn't it meant for topical use only?
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Robinson M. Medical therapy of inflammatory bowel disease for the 21st century. Eur J Surg Suppl. 1998;(582):90-8. |
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