OKF Aloe Vera King Original 1.5 LTR

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This is thought to be down to the glucomannan it contains, which helps the skin produce collagen. 25

The minerals present include calcium, copper, selenium, chromium, manganese, magnesium, potassium, sodium and zinc. The species has several synonyms: Aloe barbadensis Mill., Aloe indica Royle, Aloe perfoliata L. var. vera and Aloe vulgaris Lam. [2] [16] [17] Some literature identifies the white-spotted form of Aloe vera as Aloe vera var. chinensis; [18] [19] and the spotted form of Aloe vera may be conspecific with A. massawana. [20] The species was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753 as Aloe perfoliata var. vera, [21] and was described again in 1768 by Nicolaas Laurens Burman as Aloe vera in Flora Indica on 6 April and by Philip Miller as Aloe barbadensis some ten days after Burman in the Gardener's Dictionary. [22] If you take digoxin (Lanoxin), don’t use aloe latex because it works as a stimulant laxative and decreases potassium levels in the body; low potassium levels can increase the risk of side effects when taking this medication. The cooling effect of aloe vera on the skin makes it ideal for stopping the itching of insect bites.

Liu, Chang; Cui, Yan; Pi, Fuwei; Cheng, Yuliang; Guo, Yahui; Qian, He (19 April 2019). "Extraction, Purification, Structural Characteristics, Biological Activities and Pharmacological Applications of Acemannan, a Polysaccharide from Aloe vera: A Review". Molecules. 24 (8): 1554. doi: 10.3390/molecules24081554. ISSN 1420-3049. PMC 6515206. PMID 31010204. a b " Aloe vera L. Burm.f. Fl. Indica: 83 (1768)". World Flora Online. World flora Consortium. 2022 . Retrieved 16 December 2022. Wang H, Li F, Wang T, Li J, Li J, Yang X, Li J (2004). "[Determination of aloin content in callus of Aloe vera var. chinensis]". Zhong Yao Cai (in Chinese). 27 (9): 627–8. PMID 15704580. If you have intestinal conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis or obstruction, don’t take aloe latex because it’s a bowel irritant.

There are some benefits of eating aloe vera, too, from aiding digestion, helping to keep your teeth clean and providing your body with essential nutrients it needs. Aloe vera’s soothing and anti-inflammatory properties make it a good choice for applying to itchy skin affected by eczema. 23 The topical application of herbal preparations containing fresh aloe vera has been shown to boost hair growth in one study. 20Harnessing the potential of our aloe". Jamaica Gleaner, jamaica-gleaner.com. Archived from the original on 24 March 2008 . Retrieved 19 July 2008.

Babaee N, et al. (2012). Evaluation of the therapeutic effects of Aloe vera gel on minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis.

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Pest Alert: Aloe vera aphid Aloephagus myersi Essi". Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Archived from the original on 12 June 2008 . Retrieved 11 July 2008. Aloe vera side effects can include gastrointestinal upset, irritated skin and, in rare cases, liver problems The zinc in aloe vera acts as an astringent to tighten pores, while the amino acids in aloe vera soften hardened skin cells and encourage them to slough off and renew. 16