Aloe healing properties and contraindications recipes. Aloe leaves - a description of the properties of the product, its use and application; how to store and use leaves and juice for treatment

Aloe is a well-known plant that has gained fame as the main domestic doctor. Flowerpot with aloe is an excellent and effective addition to a home first aid kit, because the beneficial properties of aloe can save you from many problems with your health and appearance. Over the centuries, recipes from aloe have been passed from mouth to mouth, many of which have been tried and tested hundreds of times.

Aloe preparation for therapeutic purposes

The main substance with powerful healing properties is the sap of the leaves of the plant, it is rich in many trace elements, vitamins, glycosides, phytoncides, enzymes. To get the juice you need to take a plant that is older than 3 years old, the lower long leaves of aloe are cut with a knife, washed and squeezed out of them juice. This can be done mechanically (manually, through cheesecloth) and in an automated way (using a juicer). In some cases, aloe leaves are recommended to stand in the refrigerator for 10-14 days, and then squeeze the juice out of them. During this time, part of the leaves will darken, deteriorate, remain the most "healthy" leaves, containing a maximum of useful substances.

Folk recipes: a mixture of aloe and honey

To double the therapeutic effect, honey is added to aloe vera juice. This mixture tastes more pleasant (since aloe juice is bitter in taste) and has a wider range of therapeutic action, thanks to the beneficial properties of honey. A mixture of honey and aloe juice is stored in the refrigerator.

For the treatment of respiratory diseases (inflammation of the throat, pharynx, trachea), use a mixture of aloe juice and honey (proportion 1 part honey - 5 parts juice), take 1 hour spoon 3 times a day. For the prevention of diseases in the autumn-spring period, use the same mixture, the duration of treatment is 1-2 months.

A mixture of aloe juice, honey and butter is an excellent means of cleansing the body from toxins. To prepare the mixture you need to take 1 kg of aloe leaves, 1 kg of butter and 1 kg of honey, mix a lot, leave in a water bath for 20 minutes, cool and store in a refrigerator. Take this mixture to 5 g with 100 ml of milk, 3 times a day, the duration of reception - until you eat the whole mixture.

A mixture of aloe juice and honey in a 1: 1 ratio has a good laxative effect. To get rid of constipation, you need to take 60 ml in the morning on an empty stomach.

Aloe medicine: popular recipes for all diseases

Aloe juice is used internally and is used externally. To raise the overall tone of the body and to strengthen the immune system, aloe juice is taken in 10 ml three times a day.

Fresh aloe juice works wonders in the literal sense of the word, using only 5-10 ml of juice 2-3 times a day half an hour before a meal, you can get rid of such diseases as chronic gastritis, stomach ulcer, dysentery. Drinking juice before a meal also contributes to increased appetite, elimination of constipation, and improvement of the bowels.

With a cold and rhinitis, 5 drops of aloe juice should be instilled into each nostril, the procedure can be repeated every 3-5 hours. Massage of the wings of the nose after instillation of juice enhances therapeutic effect.

Aloe leaves  - fleshy leaves medicinal plant. Aloe is a grassy shrub with green leaves, collected in thick rosettes (see photo). The homeland of the plant is considered to be South Africa. In the wild form of the plant is found in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Aloe in natural conditions reaches a height of 2-3 meters (with a thickness of 30 cm), the plant blooms annually.

Aloe also calls sabur, agave, rannic. The Latin name of the plant sounds like Aloe arborescens, or aloe tree. It is this type of plant used in medicine. The name of the plant was due to the Latin word aloe, which means “bitter”. In Russia, the plant is known as agave. Aloe is often grown as a houseplant, it is associated with its unpretentiousness and beneficial properties. At home, the plant practically does not bloom even with good care.

Aloe was known to ancient civilizations, the scientists found references to this plant in ancient Roman papyrus. Beauty Cleopatra used the leaves of the plant to look good. Egyptians considered aloe a real elixir of youth and health. In our latitudes, this amazing plant began to be used from the thirteenth century. There is evidence that the miraculous properties of aloe became known thanks to one sailor who became infected with tropical fever. The team decided to leave the sick sailor on one of the islands of South Africa. A month later, the ship passed by the same island and saw the sailor alive and healthy. The sailor survived due to the fact that all the time he was chewing the leaves of the plant, which the local population called "aloe", which translated means "health."

How to store?

It is best to store aloe leaves in the refrigerator, pre-packed in a plastic bag to avoid drying. Long-term storage not only does not impair the useful properties, but also multiplies them.  This is due to the fact that moisture gradually evaporates from the leaves, and the juice thickens and becomes more concentrated. Such juice is much more useful than the one that produces freshly cut leaf. Of course in therapeutic purposes  you can use fresh juice, but much it is preferable to use "sabur" - condensed juice, which is obtained by evaporation.

An effective method for the use of aloe leaf juice was proposed by V. Filatov. Academician advocated the use of biostimulated juice. This product is obtained by treating the cut sheet with cold. The leaves are stored for at least 12 days at a temperature of 4-8 degrees. As a result, the leaves begin to form substances that enhance metabolism and increase immunity. When used externally, tissue regeneration and wound healing occur as soon as possible. Aloe juice obtained by this method is effective for burns, acne, nosebleeds, eye irritation, peptic ulcer.

Beneficial features

The beneficial properties of aloe leaves are due to their chemical composition. Contained in them aloe juice contains over 200 beneficial ingredients! The plant is rich in vitamins A, C, E, B12, as well as enzymes and acids. Aloe contains more than 30 mineral and trace elements, as well as folic acid, choline, carotene.

The plant is effective against dysenteric bacilli, streptococci and staphylococci. Aloe is a well-known immunomodulator, the leaves of the plant are used to obtain extracts, tinctures and tinctures. In order to cleanse the body, you should prepare a special mixture of aloe leaf gruel, butter and honey. The mixture is brought to a boil, cooled and taken with half a glass of milk and 1 tsp. 3 times a day 30 minutes before meals.

Aloe juice is widely used in cosmetology, as it is beautiful caring for skin, fights against fine wrinkles, has a beneficial effect on the skin condition in acne. Aloe juice effectively softens the skin and relieves irritation. Aloe is great for the care of oily and problem skin. For the prevention of age-related changes, it is recommended to wipe the skin twice a day with biostimulated juice for the disappearance of acne and the prevention of the appearance of wrinkles. The plant can be used to care for sensitive and allergic skin.

With internal intake, aloe stimulates the appetite, it is shown to use for constipation, tuberculosis, general malaise. For ingestion prepare a mixture of plant juice, mixed with honey and butter. This mixture improves the metabolic processes in the body, a beneficial effect on the patient's condition in these diseases. The plant is also part of the tonic mixture: 150 g of juice, 250 g of bee honey, 350 g of cahors.

Cooking Application

In cooking, aloe leaves are almost never used, but there is a recipe for preparing a tonic mixture. Aloe juice is mixed with red wine and honey and taken some time before meals.

In general, this plant is most often used for treatment. Mixed in equal parts bee honey and aloe juice are used with gastritis  1 tsp. 3 times a day before meals.

From the fleshy leaves squeeze juice, which is part of the industrial drinks. Drink is recommended to use for constipation, because it has a laxative property. Juice helps digestion, treats gastritis and ulcers.  Aloe juice drink can be purchased at the supermarket or prepared at home. The juice promotes detoxification of the body, eliminates toxins. Aloe vera stimulates the formation of blood cells and is an excellent prevention of anemia.

Aloe Leaf Benefits and Cures

The benefits of plants known official medicine. Subcutaneously, aloe juice is used to treat eye diseases, ulcers, and bronchial asthma. The modern pharmaceutical industry produces a number of products based on this plant: aloe juice, dry extract, tincture, and many others.

Juice and tincture of the plant can be prepared by yourself. To do this, take the lower leaves (it will be better if the plant is not younger than 3 years old), wash and squeeze the juice. Accept the received period immediately after the release, as it is a perishable product.  Use it according to the specified dosages. To make the juice stay longer, you can preserve it or prepare the tincture. Canned product is obtained from freshly squeezed juice with the addition of alcohol or vodka in a 4: 1 ratio. The tincture is made from 4 parts of juice and 1 part of alcohol or vodka. Tincture can be used instead of fresh plant juice.

Scientists conducted an experiment in which the aloe leaf pulp was consumed by sick animals. Reception of this plant reduced the symptoms of diabetes, was also observed the extinction of the disease itself. In addition, it was found that the juice of the plant expands the capillaries, which helps with poor blood circulation. The anti-inflammatory properties of aloe have a beneficial effect on the state of the circulatory system.

Aloe juice is effective for external and internal use. It is suitable for lubrication. herpetic lesions of the lips, skin, with this disease it is useful to take aloe juice inside.

The plant is widely used for colds, the juice is instilled into the nasal passages with acute rhinitis.

With eye disease such as cataract, aloe juice is diluted with boiled water in the ratio of 1:10 and instilled into both eyes.

Plant will help recover from serious illness. In such cases, prepare a mixture of 50 grams of walnuts, 100 ml of plant juice, 30 ml of honey and lemon juice. The mixture is infused for about 4 hours and taken 3 times a day before eating 1 tbsp. l., children will be enough 1 tsp. .

Aloe leaf damage and contraindications

Aloe leaves can harm the body when used internally for liver, gallbladder, vaginal bleeding, hemorrhoids.

Domestic juice intake is contraindicated in pregnant women, as this product can provoke a miscarriage.

It is contraindicated to take juice with heavy menstruation.

Aloe or agave has been used for a long time in cosmetology, as well as in traditional and traditional medicine. Aloe juice possesses near useful properties. It contains more than 200 valuable components - vitamins A, B, C and E, useful minerals, amino acids, as well as lignins, which provide deep penetration of trace elements into the skin. The plant has powerful bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and cleansing properties. In addition, the agave has a disinfecting effect on wounds, burns, bites and cuts. It is used to treat many diseases, from gastritis to tuberculosis. Aloe, activates the metabolism, and it is used for weight loss. To increase the overall tone of the body helps aloe tincture with honey and wine. It is taken for colds, bronchitis, diseases of the stomach, liver, gallbladder, as well as with loss of strength.

In cosmetology, aloe is used in the manufacture of various skin and hair care products. And at home, agave juice is used to get rid of acne on oily skin, stop the formation of wrinkles on dry skin and just to relieve irritation. Aloe with honey is applied to the hair to strengthen the bulbs and prevent their loss.

Agave is a very useful and extremely unpretentious plant. Therefore, it can and should be grown at home. But it must be used strictly for its intended purpose, and in limited quantities. Proved that aloe is able to stimulate cell growth. It can be smeared on the wound so that the skin recovers faster. But there are concerns that excessive consumption of aloe juice may also contribute to the growth of polyps and cancer cells. Therefore, even for medicinal purposes, agave is used for no more than 3 weeks and little by little. Also, aloe juice is contraindicated in inflammation of the kidneys and bladder, hemorrhoids, uterine bleeding, excessive menstruation, high blood pressure and during pregnancy.

Aloe for face

Anti-bacterial properties of aloe are used for such common skin problems as acne, pustules, inflammation, psoriasis and eczema. Regular use of aloe helps to achieve amazing results, contributes to intensive hydration, skin regeneration, better enrichment with oxygen and overall healing. As a result, the aging process is slowed down, and the skin of the face becomes more elastic and smooth. Especially useful agave for sensitive and allergic skin. It softens, soothes, relieves irritation, eliminates itching and other manifestations of an allergic reaction.

Juice, which is recommended to be applied on the face, squeezed from fresh leaves of aloe. But the process of obtaining juice requires special preparation. 2 weeks before cutting the leaves, the agave stops watering. For the manufacture of juice take a few lower fleshy leaflets (the plant must be at least 3-4 years). Cut the twigs washed with boiled water, wrapped in paper and placed in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. With a lack of light and heat, the plant begins to produce biological stimulants and acquires valuable properties. Next, make him biostimulated aloe juice. The leaves are finely cut and poured with cold boiled water 1: 3. Plate with aloe is placed in a cool dark place for 2 hours and then squeezed with water through gauze. The resulting juice can be a couple of times to strain. And in order that such useful aloe juice does not lose its special properties, it should be stored in a dark glass dish in the refrigerator (no more than 2 weeks).

In addition to wiping the skin with clean juice, you can also make aloe masks. Aloe juice is well mixed with the pulp of fruit - melon, grapes, apricot, persimmon, avocado, kiwi, orange, apple, peach, etc. Masks from sweet fruits are applied to dry and normal skin. But sour masks are best used for oily skin. You can also add various vegetables to aloe. Potatoes with aloe and kefir are good for oily skin, and cucumbers with aloe are used for normal and combination skin. In addition, sour cream or olive oil is often added to masks with agave. To moisturize the skin of the face, you can make a mask of grated aloe gruel, egg yolk, as well as milk (for normal and mixed skin) or heavy cream (for dry skin). To cleanse and soften dry skin will be useful mask from aloe with glycerin. It is also possible to add a little liquid honey and oatmeal flour.

Aloe for hair

Agar juice is widely used to strengthen hair. When applied to the head, aloe moisturizes and nourishes the scalp, and also restores the hair structure. As is the case with the skin of the face, aloe is suitable for all types of hair. The simplest thing you can do when you have dandruff or other hair problems is to put aloe juice on your scalp and rub it well. In addition, you can constantly add agave juice to your shampoo.

In order to resist hair loss, aloe juice is mixed with honey and gruel of garlic. The mixture is applied to the head for 15-20 minutes. Such a mask, of course, has a pretty piquant smell, but it is very effective. To enhance hair growth and prevent their loss, use an egg mask with aloe juice and castor oil. Also in the mask of aloe sometimes add a decoction of nettle or burdock, mustard or brandy.

They make wonderful homemade shampoos from agave. They are used to moisturize the scalp and treat dandruff. Such homemade shampoos are made on the basis of glycerin and distilled water, adding to them aloe juice, decoction of nettle, oil of thjaja and other useful components. All ingredients are well mixed and left in a cool place. Shampoo shake well before use. After washing the hair rinsed clear water  or decoction of herbs. At the same time in the hair rinse you can also add aloe juice and lemon juice.

Be sure to have an agave on your windowsill. It is not at all difficult to care for this plant, and it will be a great help in preserving your beauty and health.