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20 interesting facts about Aloe Vera
1) The aloe barbadensis plant – better known as aloe vera – is a thick short-stemmed plant that contains aloe vera gel in its leaves.
2) Aloe vera is available in gel, juice, powder, oil, and capsule form.
3) Aloe vera gel has been used for centuries for its healing properties especially for the skin.
4) Aloe vera gel is full of bioactive substances such as minerals, antioxidants, amino acids, and vitamins.
5) Aloe vera is known for its antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic properties.
6) Aloe vera gel is excellent for applying on and soothing minor skin burns.
7) Aloe vera gel is excellent for soothing sunburn.
8) Aloe vera gel is good for healing itchy skin and redness.
9) Aloe vera gel is excellent for hydrating and moisturising the skin.
10) Aloe vera can help with healing mouth ulcers.
11) Aloe vera is a good mouthwash and relieves swollen and bleeding gums.
12) Aloe vera is a safe remedy for heartburn.
13) Aloe vera gel is very soothing for razor burns on the skin.
14) Drinking aloe vera juice can help reduce constipation but there may be side effects to be cautious off.
15) Aloe vera juice can be good for digestion.
16) The anti-inflammatory properties of aloe vera can help with acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
17) Aloe vera is a good hair conditioner for your hair and scalp.
18) It can also reduce dandruff.
19) Drinking reasonable amounts of aloe vera juice is good for detoxification.
20) Aloe vera has anti-aging properties because it stimulates the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid.
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