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Aloe Vera

Also Known As : Medicinal aloe, Lily of the desert, Burn plant, Elephant’s gall, Indian Aloe
Technical Name : Aloevera Barbedensis
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is bitter in taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Aloe vera gel can be used as an ingredient in beverages, yogurt and some desserts.
  2. Aloe Vera can be added to jellies, ice creams, yogurts and popsicles.
  3. It can be used to make smoothies, salsas and juices.

Common names and forms

  1. Aloe Vera Inner Leaf Gel
  2. Aloevera Barbedensis
  3. Indian Aloevera

Description

Aloe vera is a type of plant with thick pointed leaves and the gel found in the leaves is used to treat various conditions like skin rashes,cuts,burns,acne. It is a stemless or very short-stemmed juicy plant which grows around 60–100 cm in height and the offsets spread outwide. The leaves are thick and fleshy, and the color varies from green to gray-green with some varieties showing white flecks on the upper and lower portions of the stem surfaces. The margin of the aloe vera leaves is like saw-tooth and the flowers bloom during the summer. Aloe vera plant can be easily grown both, indoors and outdoors. It originated in Sudan and Arabian Peninsula. Aloe vera grows best in warm and dry climates and is widely found in India, Africa, and other arid zones. It is used in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines.

Health benefits

  • Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to work efficiently on joint and muscle pain.(1)
  • It soothes skin irritation.(2)
  • It also helps to boost immune system.(2)

Selection Guide

Choose thick, smooth and large leaves of aloe vera. The leaves should not have blemishes.

Note

Overconsumption of aloe vera can causes pigmentation in intestinal mucosa, hematuria and albuminuria. Pregnant women should avoid the use of aloe vera.(3)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/herbs-and-spices/health-benefits-of-aloe-vera.html

(2) https://draxe.com/aloe-vera-benefits/

(3) https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/aloe-vera/

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