Aloe vera is a succulent plant with a gel-like juice used to restore the normal function of the intestines through cleansing. This dark green plant contains fibers that naturally flushes down toxins and other unwanted substances in the digestive tract to normalize digestion, absorption and assimilation of nutrients. Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients found in aloe vera can wash out the sticky substances that have accumulated on the intestinal walls and excrete them thoroughly as feces. It was also found out that aloe vera can actually relieve pain caused by abdominal cramps and therefore, rejuvenate the gastrointestinal tract.
The nutrients found in aloe vera can also stimulate the bodily hormones and enzymes that are vital to the normal function of the digestive system. Aloe vera is a catalyst that enhances metabolism which leads to a healthy bowel. If the bowel is well toned up, the intestine will efficiently absorb nutrients that are needed by the body and thus eliminate the waste that comes with it. Aloe vera’s healing prowess has proven itself on digestive ailments such as irritable bowel syndrome. By rehabilitating the normal flow of digestion, aloe vera also eases the body off of constipation and diarrhea.
A study in Russia also found out that aloe vera protects the body against the growth of cancerous cells. It is said to activate the antibodies that immunes the body to cancer. Also, macrophages that are necessary to fight infection are stimulated by the nutrients found in aloe vera. It also has polysaccharides that rejuvenate the digestive tract which also boosts the immunity of the body against most infections.
There are different ways to acquire aloe vera. Most naturopathist encourages everyone to have them planted in home gardens to ensure that you are getting the exact nutrient from the plant itself. However, there are various consumer products found in the market that include aloe vera extracts. The most popular among these products is aloe vera juice. These are readily available in any supermarket for a reasonable price. You don’t need to drink the juice by itself. Most people dilute the juice into any liquid and then drink it at least once or twice a day. This alone can achieve significant health effects on the person who consume the juice on a regular basis.
Some pharmacologists have formulated capsules or dried aloe vera extracts which is more convenient for daily consumption as food supplements. Aloe vera gels can also be bought in the market. These gels are specifically created to aid bowel movement. Both of these are more convenient than drinking the juice everyday, let alone extracting the juice directly from the plant for consumption since the plant does not grow well in just anywhere.
Nonetheless, manufacturers assure us of the safety of aloe vera products. Currently, there is no known side effect of aloe vera in any form available in the market. In fact, aloe vera is considered as one of those innocent herbs that do not pose any harm to the person who consumes them.
