Since ancient times, people have used aloe in folk medicine. And today this medicinal plant is popular. The healing properties of aloe are recognized by official medicine. This plant has been well studied, more than 200 bioactive substances contained in it have been identified, which are used with success in medical practice.
Use and properties of the plant
The use of aloe in folk medicine is based on the bactericidal, antiviral, antifungal properties of the plant. It can also help to normalize metabolism. Surprisingly, the plant is able to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin much faster than water. Reviews about this natural medicine are extremely positive. If necessary, it can act as a natural antibiotic, cleanses the body of toxins, toxins, radionuclides. At the same time, the plant has an antiulcer, anti-stress, anti-allergic effect.
It's hard to list all its advantages. In pharmacies, a wide range of drugs based on this medicinal plant is presented. They are used to treat wounds, burns, stomach diseases, anemia.
Today, this amazing plant grows on the window of almost every house. It is popularly called the “home doctor”, and this is no accident, because in many cases its leaves are a first aid tool. In addition, the plant is included in many folk recipes. Aloe will benefit both skin and hair, help with female and dermatological ailments.
Application of aloe in gynecology
Aloe juice is used to treat women's diseases. With such ailments as cervical dysplasia, constipation during menopause, it is recommended to use 3 times a day for a tablespoon of the juice of this plant. In the treatment of cervical erosion, tampons soaked in aloe juice are used. You can eliminate mastitis by making compresses from the crushed leaves of the plant. With myoma, a medicinal syrup is prepared: 3 tablespoons of the roots of the initial cap are added to 600 g of honey, 200 g of aloe leaves, pour all 3 glasses of red wine, mix thoroughly and boil for an hour. The resulting syrup in a tablespoon is taken 2 times a day. If the menstrual cycle is irregular, it is recommended to drop 10 drops of plant juice on sugar and dissolve.
Treatment of skin diseases
Aloe is widely used in folk medicine for the treatment of skin ailments. When seizing on the lips or cracks from this plant, it is recommended to make a blotch. It is prepared in this way: take fish oil, onion and fresh aloe juice (3 tablespoons in total), add flour, mix well and make a cake.
In the treatment of carbuncles andboils, an application of crushed leaves of the plant will have a good effect.
To get rid of a rash with pustules, you can prepare a tincture: cut aloe leaves, add sugar (2 tablespoons) to 200 g of raw materials, stir and infuse. This tincture is recommended to wash the affected skin.
To eliminate adhesions with scars, the treatment is carried out using subcutaneous injections of a pharmacy extract of aloe.
In cosmetology, an extract from this plant is used to make products that protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. Its juice is effective for insect bites and can be used as a prophylactic against wrinkles. Fresh juice is effective in the treatment of varicose veins, bruises, psoriasis.
Haircare
Aloe in folk medicine is widely used to improve hair condition:
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For growth and nutrition. This mask significantly accelerates growth, improves hair structure and stops hair loss. It includes the following components: aloe juice, castor oil, oil solution of vitamins A and E (1 tsp each), whey (1 tbsp), yolk (1 pc.). Mix everything well and apply to the hair roots once a week for 40 minutes.
- Firming mask. Mix garlic juice (0.5 tsp), aloe juice, almond oil, honey (1 tbsp in total), burdock leaf infusion (2 tbsp). As a compress, apply a mask to the hair roots, hold for an hour, then rinse thoroughly with water (not hot).
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From hair loss. Combine the yolk (1 pc.), Aloe juice (1 tbsp.),vitamin B6 or B1 (1 ampoule), honey, garlic and onion juice (all 1 tbsp each), mustard powder diluted to the consistency of sour cream (1 tsp). Apply a mask to the roots, spread over all hair, hold for 40-60 minutes, after the specified time, rinse in the usual way.
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Aloe will help the eyes
Treatment of ophthalmic diseases with this plant is also common. With inflammation of the eyelids, you can prepare a tincture: the leaves of the plant (100 g) are crushed and infused in a container with dark walls under the lid for an hour. Then the raw material is brought to a boil, strained and stored in the same container. Cotton swabs are soaked in the resulting tincture and wipe the eyelids with them.
Strengthening immunity
The aloe plant in folk medicine has proven itself as an effective tool for improving blood circulation, increasing tone, and normalizing cardiac activity. For the latter purpose, a healing infusion is prepared: for aloe (three years old or older), which has not been watered for 14 days, you need to cut off the lower leaves, rinse, wrap in parchment and leave to be stored in a cool room for drying for 2 weeks. Then grind the finished raw materials and pour water in a ratio of 1: 3, leave for 1.5 hours. The composition is filtered and can be consumed. In order for the resulting medicine to be stored for a long time, it is evaporated. Fresh infusion in a tablespoon is taken 3 times a day, and evaporated - also three times a day in a dessert or teaspoon.
Aloe Face
Thisthe plant can become the basis of effective face masks.
- For oily skin. Combine the protein, whipped into a steep foam, and a spoonful of aloe juice, add a spoonful of lemon juice to the mixture. Apply a mask on the face and hold until dry, then rinse with non-hot water.
- Rejuvenating. 2 tbsp. l. mix a strong decoction of St. John's wort with a spoonful of aloe juice, add a spoonful of sour cream and honey. Keep the mask on your face for 30 minutes, then wash your face with warm water, then rinse your skin with cold water.
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For dry skin. Take in equal parts glycerin or honey and aloe juice, mix, add oatmeal and a small amount of mineral water. Apply the mask on your face for 20 minutes. The following mask will also help eliminate dry skin: mix a spoonful of sour cream and aloe juice, add whipped protein, apply to the skin and leave for half an hour.
scarlet treatment - Against acne. You can get rid of acne with the help of compresses with aloe. To do this, soak a gauze napkin in the juice of the plant, cover your face with it and leave for half an hour. In addition, it is useful to wipe the skin with a mixture of vodka and aloe juice and keep the composition on the face for 30 minutes.
Plant reviews
In addition to the above useful properties, aloe has other advantages. Numerous positive reviews confirm the high efficiency of this plant, namely that it:
- activates metabolic processes in tissues, promoting wound healing;
- has a positive effect on the skin when damagedx-rays;
- relieves headaches of unknown etiology;
- has a positive effect on the body in case of neurosis.
Contraindications
Of course, aloe occupies one of the leading positions in folk medicine. This plant is able to get rid of many problems. But, unfortunately, there are certain contraindications to its use inside. Aloe is used with caution in diseases of the heart, liver, stomach, cholecystitis in an aggravated form. The use of the plant for internal bleeding and pregnancy is strictly contraindicated. Aloe can provoke the development of allergic reactions. It is not recommended to take plant juice for gastritis, stomach ulcers, hemorrhoids in the acute stage. Aloe contains biologically active substances that can be dangerous for the children's immune system, so it is necessary to use such a plant for children with extreme caution and only after consulting a specialist.
