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Article: Under the skin: examining aloe's applications beyond sunscreen and moisturizers.(aloe vera)
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- Nutraceuticals World
- Article date:
- May 1, 2003
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Aloe vera is as old as civilization. The ancient Egyptians used the herbal plant to combat worm infections, relieve headaches, sooth chest pains, burns, ulcers, skin disease and allergies. Cleopatra reportedly used aloe for its cosmetic benefits. It is even mentioned in the Bible (John 19:39).
The popularity of aloe has remained strong throughout the ages, earning itself a reputation as one of nature's most proven all-purpose healers. Today, research is showing that daily oral supplementation of aloe supports a wide range of physiological functions, taking it in a new direction.
Historically, aloe has been used as a skin balm and laxative, according to ...