7 Amazing Aloe Vera Facts That Anyone Must Know

Aloe vera has been used medicinally for a very long time, going back thousands of years.

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Succulent plants like aloe vera hold water in their leaves, stems, and roots.

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Latex, a bitter, yellowish material found in the leaf's outer layer that has laxative effects, should be used with caution.

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Aloe vera is a common ingredient in lotions and creams because of its benefits for improving skin.

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A, C, E, and B-complex vitamins, as well as minerals like calcium, magnesium, and zinc, and amino acids are all abundant in aloe vera.

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When correctly prepared, aloe vera latex can be used as a natural laxative to treat constipation.

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Antioxidants found in aloe vera aid in the body's defence against free radicals and oxidative stress.

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The low-maintenance plant aloe vera can flourish both inside and outside.

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