Say Aloe To my Little Friend.

Aloe is an amazing plant, known to have many health benefits. It is wonderfully helpful in numerous ways. I would even go as far as to say that, Aloe is an essential house plant. It was once referred to as the plant of immortality in North- Eastern Africa. From Egypt to Eritrea and throughout the lands it has been used for centuries, in beauty, as well in health. From hair to skin and digestive problems the benefits seem to be endless. These reasons are some of many as to why I love my Aloe Vera plants. All of my aloe have been passed down from generation to generation. Cared for and used as and when needed. I have a multitude of memories from my childhood. Me breaking the aloe leave and using the gel to rub in my hair, on a scar or on a burn. Occasionally mother would encourage us kids to eat it, to bitter the blood and encourage a healthy gut she said' as she laughed whilst we pulled a bitter face. I'm going to share some wonderful tips and uses for this essential house plant, and how I benefit from having aloe around.

Some of the Naughton Aloe plants. Ft Momma J

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When it comes to benefiting body, this beautiful plant offers and abundance of blessings. Aloe can be both ingested or applied topically. It is a complete game changer for hair and beauty. Packed full of minerals, vitamins and anti oxidants. When applied to the skin and hair, it acts as a natural moisturizer. With a water content above 90 %, it has no trouble in helping to keep skin and hair hydrated. Without clogging pores, or damaging follicles. The benefits range from improving skin elasticity and appearance of wrinkles and scars, to soothing burns and abrasions. It has also been known to reduce dandruff, relieve dry skin and treat acne and blemishes.

10 Facts about Aloe

Did you know...

1. Aloe Vera is a part of the cactus family 🌵

2. Aloe grows throughout the nations from Africa, Asia, America and Europe

3. Aloe Vera is effective when treating minor burns, scars, cuts and grazes.

4. Aloe has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

5. Aloe is packed full of essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids.

6. Aloe can be used to treat sunburn, psoriasis, stings and rashes.

7. Aloe plants purify and cleanse the air by releasing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide.

8. Aloe juice can be used to cure IBS and constipation, treat piles and other gut related issues.

9. Aloe can boost you immune system, due to its detoxifying properties.

10. Aloe Vera can inhibit tumor growth, due to its high volumes of Nitric Oxide.