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Aloe Vera
  • Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is a medicinal plant widely used for skin health, hydration, and digestive wellness.

Sun, Aug 17, 2025

Aloe Vera, often called the 'plant of immortality', has been used for centuries in Ayurveda and natural medicine. It contains vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help in skin repair, hydration, and digestive balance. Aloe Vera gel is used externally for burns and wounds and internally for detox and digestion.

Aloe Vera at a Glance

Aloe Vera is a succulent plant known for its thick, fleshy leaves filled with soothing gel.

Health Benefits

  • ✅ Heals skin burns, wounds, and irritation
  • ✅ Hydrates skin and prevents dryness
  • ✅ Supports digestion and relieves constipation
  • ✅ Boosts immunity with antioxidants
  • ✅ Helps in detoxification

Nutritional Value (Per 100g Fresh Gel)

NutrientAmount
Calories15 kcal
Carbohydrates3.8 g
Fiber0.2 g
Protein0.4 g
Vitamin A5 µg
Vitamin C8 mg
Calcium9 mg
Iron0.1 mg

How to Consume

  • 🍹 Aloe vera juice for digestion
  • 🌿 Fresh gel applied to skin and hair
  • 🧴 As ingredient in skincare and cosmetics

Precautions

  • ❗ Excess oral intake may cause diarrhea
  • ❗ Pregnant women should avoid raw consumption

Interesting Facts

  • 🌿 Known as “Ghritkumari” in Ayurveda
  • 💧 95% of the leaf is water
  • 🧴 Used in many skincare products worldwide

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