Published 16:52 IST, December 31st 2019

Five most essential aloe vera oil benefits you must be aware of

Aloe vera oil has several health benefits. It has been backed by science and traditions. Read on to know more about the several health benefits of the oil.

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Aloe vera is a lush and juicy plant species of genus Aloe. It is an evergreen perennial plant originating from Arabian Peninsula. It has been around for s and is used as a medicinal plant by many civilisations. Its gel can be used for medicinal purposes; some use its oil for same. Read on to kw more about several health benefits of Aloe Vera oil:

Health benefits of aloe vera oil

Healing properties

According to a 2012 research, Aloe vera contains two ingredients that work as a natural healer. y are glucomannan, a manse-rich polysaccharide, and gibberellin, a growth hormone, interacts with growth factor receptors on fibroblast. This, in turn, has a healing effect on body.

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Antioxidant and anti-bacterial components

Aloe Vera oil contains antioxidant properties that rejuvenate body and slows down or even reverses effect of aging, depending on genetics of receiving person. Polyphels are one of most important and beneficial elements of oil. This can help inhibit growth of certain bacteria that can cause infections in humans. Thus, aloe vera oil can also be used as an anti-bacterial substance.

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Reduces dental plaque

According to a leading health portal, aloe vera work against bacteria that cause dental plaque. Thus, one of best ways to take care of your dental health is to consume aloe vera oil and apply it to teeth every night, before going to bed. This is considered to be one of most effective ways to reduce dental plaque.

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Improves stomach conditions

Consuming aloe vera oil in diet can help improve digestion. Traditionally, people have been consuming Aloe vera juice to cool down body and get rid of issues such as indigestion and constipation. According to a leading health portal, Aloe Vera has some components that lead to this and lead to a laxative effect on body.

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Lowers blood sugar levels

Aloe vera oil helps in lowering blood sugar levels. This is caused as aloe vera stimulates insulins that are essential for maintaining blood sugar levels. Several studies on animals and humans have suggested that it helps significantly in dealing with Type 2 diabetes.

Disclaimer: content provided above is for information purposes. This is way intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagsis, or treatment. Always seek advice of your physician or or qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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16:52 IST, December 31st 2019