Aloe Vera is considered as an extraordinary plant which can be used as an external and internal substance to cure and heal our body. It contains vitamins like B1, B2, B12, B6, A, C and as well as E. It also has minerals like zinc, calcium, potassium, copper, iron magnesium and chromium. All these minerals and vitamins have miraculous effects on our health. Read on the following article to know why you ought to keep an Aloe Vera plant in your house.

10. Lowers High Cholesterol

Are you tired of taking medicines to reduce cholesterol? Why not take something which is safer from these harmful medicines? According to some researches, it has been seen that consuming Aloe Vera gel is good at reducing the high cholesterol level. As many people know that high cholesterol can lead to many diseases so it is necessary to reduce it. When taken in proper amount, Aloe Vera is known to improve the blood quality which results in lower level of cholesterol.  It is recommended to take the advice of a doctor before drinking Aloe Vera gel to reduce the cholesterol level. It has many medicinal properties due to which the cholesterol remains in check.

9 Skin Benefits

Aloe Vera gel is used in many cosmetic compounds as it has several healing properties. Aloe Vera gel when applied externally helps in healing minor wounds, abrasions, skin burns, insect bites and even psoriasis. It not only helps in healing wounds, but it also helps in reducing the pain caused by the wound. The gel of a leaf of Aloe Vera placed in the refrigerator when applied on the skin burns has an immediate smoothing effect on the burns. It helps in preventing and easing the itching. It can also stop bleeding caused due to abrasions as it works as an astringent which helps to contract the tissues of the body.  It also helps in revitalizing and reviving the skin due to its large water content.

8. Treats Acne

Apart from the many skin benefits mentioned above, Aloe Vera gel also helps in treating acne. It helps in reducing the marks due to pimples and reduces blemishes. Acne is a skin problem which results due to the inflammation of sebaceous glands. Aloe Vera gel is known to possess anti-inflammatory properties which help in getting rid of this skin problem. If applied twice in a day, Aloe Vera gel can help in soothing the skin which helps in clearing acne and pimples. It contains B- sisterole which inhibits and reduces inflammation.

7. High Content of Amino Acids & Fatty Acids

Most of you must know that proteins are made up of amino acids. There are eight essential amino acids required by the body and 22 of them are necessary for our body. Surprisingly, all the eight essential amino acids that we require are present in Aloe Vera. Apart from the amino acids, Aloe Vera has a wide range of fatty acids in it. It contains B- sitosterol, HCL cholesterol and campesterol, some of the important plant sterols. These amino acids are known to reduce acidity and allergic reactions in our body. Intake of fresh Aloe Vera juice recommended by doctor can keep your digestion in check.

6. Disinfectant, Anti-septic, Anti-biotic, Anti-fungal, Anti-microbial, Anti-viral, Germicidal, & Anti-bacterial

Isn’t it amazing, all the anti-bases you must have heard about are what Aloe Vera is? Okay, i know this is a tricky way to tell you why one must keep this plant in their home and incorporate it in their food habits. Aloe Vera contains salicylic acid, luperol, sulphur, urea nitrogen, phenol and cinnamic acid. All these substances are known to inhibit the growth of different micro-organisms and helps to give antimicrobial properties to the body which reduces infections and many other diseases especially, the diseases caused by bacteria. Aloe Vera is also good at treating viral as well as fungal infections.

5. Cures Gum and other Mouth Diseases

Till now you must have bought the Aloe Vera plant for yourself, but wait let me tell you more of its benefits. Aloe Vera also helps in treating the diseases related to gums. Due to its anti- microbial and anti- bacterial properties, Aloe Vera plant is good for our gums and mouth. If you are suffering from mouth ulcers or bleeding gums, Aloe Vera can give you relief as it contains minerals and vitamins which enhances cell growth and hence helps it treating ulcers in mouth. If you are suffering from any of the gum diseases then after brushing your teeth sprinkle some Aloe Vera powder on your brush and massage your gums with it. If you want to keep all the mouth problems at bay, then drink Aloe Vera juice regularly.

4. Reduces Heart Attacks

As by now you know, Aloe Vera can help to purify your blood and if the blood is purified the risk of heart attack reduces to a very low percentage. Eat Aloe Vera or drink its juice if you want to purify your blood. If you know a little about strokes, you must be aware that clumps of blood are the main reason behind heart attack. Regular consumption of this miraculous plant helps to prevent the blood from clotting and clumping and in this way it reduces the risk of heart attack. As blood is the carrier of oxygen and other essential nutrients in the body and hence if you have a purified blood all the nutrients and oxygen will reach properly to every part of the body including your heart.

Some studies have also proved that Aloe Vera helps to enhance the oxygen transportation capabilities of the red blood cells.

3. Regulates Weight and Energy Level

Aloe Vera helps in detoxification and also helps in improving the digestion. Drinking Aloe Vera juice regularly helps the body to have a clean digestive system which has a secondary effect as in promoting the weight loss. When our body have a healthy digestive system, it remains toxic free which in turn also helps in increasing the energy levels in our body. This is how it also helps in boosting up the energy level and helps in reliving the exhaustion.

2. Aloe Vera Helps with Digestion

Elders keep saying that we must eat proper food, as healthy digestive system is the key to happy life as it helps us to keep healthy. Poor digestion is the root cause of many common diseases. Aloe Vera is that wondrous plant which helps to keep your digestive system healthy and which in turn promotes proper digestion. Aloe Vera acts as an adaptogen, and hence helps in treating diarrhea or constipation. It helps to fight off the unnecessary bacteria in the gut and hence keeping our intestines healthy. Aloe Vera also acts as Vermifuge, hence it helps to remove the worms present in the intestines.

1. Immunity Booster

If you feel sick often, then your immunity system is not working properly. To enhance the immunity of our body, one must consume Aloe Vera. It contains anti-oxidants which enhances immune system by dealing with the free radicals present in our body. Aloe Vera contains polysaccharides which help to stimulate the macrophages (white blood cells) and fights against disease causing organisms.

Apart from these ten benefits, Aloe Vera also helps to halt inflammation, cure constipation, stabilizes blood sugar level and helps in detoxification.