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Aloe Barbadensis
Aloe Felox
Nutritional and Medicinal Value
• Aloe Vera contains more than 200 active
elements/nutrients that support health.
• It contains 8 essential amino acids, 12
non-essential amino acids, 12
anthraquinones, 10 enzymes and many
minerals and vitamins
• Increases fibroblast production in the skin
tissue thus accelerating wound healing
• A Polysaccharide in Aloe vera called
Glucomannan works as an anti-
inflammatory.
• Another one, Aloctin A, has immune
system stimulation and anti-tumor
properties
• Contains Salicylic acid, which is the main
content of aspirin
• Contains Magnesium
• Contains many other medicinal and
dietary elements
Historical significance
• Aloe is one of the oldest known therapeutic
herbs. It has been used as a medicinal plant for
generations. It dates back to 6,000 years ago.
• It was mentioned in Egyptian “Papyrus Ebers” in
1550 BC for its and embalming value
• Aloe was supposedly used to embalm the body
of Christ
• Both the Greek Historian Dioscorides and the
Roman naturalist Pliny recommended aloe about
2000 years ago as an effective remedy for
constipation, burns, wounds, bruises, skin
irritations, kidney problems and more.
Queens Cleopatra and Nefertiti of Egypt gave tribute
to Aloe Vera as one of their most important beauty
secrets
Queen Cleopatra the VII of Egypt 51 BC–12 August 30 BC
Colitis
Constipation
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• Difficulty in defecating, pain and
intestinal discomfort, swelling in the
abdomen, cramps, may cause
hemorrhoids and acne. Take a diet with
fiber, enough water, take aloe juice
preferably before a meal.
Cramps, muscular pain