Aloe vera is more than just a plant

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Aloe vera belongs to the succulent family. You will find this plant in the wild in hot, dry climates. With its thick, fleshy leaves, there is no mistaking this beautiful stemless plant. Many worldwide health and beauty practices and products use the gel found within the leaves of this plant.

Health benefits of aloe vera include:

• The antiseptic qualities of aloe vera gel kill bacteria and fungus; this is why many antibacterial products contain it. Look at your packaging and see if you can spot it in the ingredients list.
• Aloe Vera gel is known for its properties. That helps promote the growth of new skin cells as well as vitamins C and E, which help with skin healing. It can also provide relief for things like superficial burns, insect bites, and sunburn.
• Aloe Vera gel is known for its properties. That helps promote the growth of new skin cells. As well as vitamins C and E, which help with healing of the skin. It can also provide relief for things like superficial burns, insect bites, and sunburn.
• When used as part of a routine, it moisturizes and softens the skin and helps lighten stretch marks. Again many health and beauty products contain aloe vera, which can be found quite easily in your local shop.
• Ayurveda medicine has utilized aloe for many years to help treat skin conditions such as eczema. Due to the plant’s very high water content of 96%, it helps to hydrate dry, flaky skin.
• It can also be drunk in juice form, helping the body internally. The juice is not just full of vitamins and minerals, as stated above, but it can help flush the toxins from your body when drinking it early in the morning.

Why not give it a try?

Above is just a small example of the many health benefits of aloe vera. All over the world, people are using this healing plant for many different reasons. It is considered one of the best natural ways to care for your body. It can make you feel fresh and rejuvenated both inside and out. Why not try aloe vera next time your skin is dry, or you feel run down? This plant is so versatile you will surely find something that suits you. If you want to amplify the healing properties of this plant, try placing a piece of clear quartz next to it.

Remember to check out the wellbeing section of our blog for more wellness tips and ideas. And if you try an aloe vera product, remember to tag us on Instagram @surrender_to_happiness. For more information on this beautiful plant, look at these books: Aloe Isn’t Medicine and Yet… It Cures! and Understanding Aloe Vera.

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