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 ALOE VERA |
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Indian Name :: Aloe Vera | ||
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Botanical Name :Aloe barbadensis | ||
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Other Names :Aloe Vera, Curacao Aloe | ||
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Barbadoes Aloe, Lily of the Desert | ||
Introduction
The virtues of Aloe Vera have been recorded for
thousands of years by many ancient civilizations, including
Egypt, Persia, Greece, India and Africa. The name was derived
from the Arabic alloen meaning 'bitter' because of the bitter
liquid found in the leaves. In 1500 B.C. Egyptians recorded
use of the herbal plant in treating: burns, infections &
parasites. It is reported that Aloe was used to embalm the
body of Christ. Spanish missionaries in the west always
planted Aloe around their settlements and carried it on their
journeys to aid the sick.
Origin
Aloe, native
to East and South Africa, is also known as 'lily of the
desert', the 'plant of immortality', and the 'medicine plant'.
Aloe barbadensis was introduced to the West Indies at the
beginning of the 16th century.
Chemical composition / key active constituents
Aloe Vera leaf contains major Glycosides - Anthracene
derivatives: Hydroxyanthraquinone derivatives (25-40) viz.,
aloin (=barbaloin, a mixture of aloin A & B, the
disstereoisomeric 10-C glucosides of aloe-emodin anthraone)
and 7-hydroxyaloin isomers. Minor contain includes aloe
emodin, chrysophanol, Chromone derivative viz., aloeresin B
(=aloesin, upto 30%) with its p-coumaryl derivatives
aloeresins A & C and the aglycone aloesone. The active
principle of aloe is a mixture of glycosides called aloin. The
proportion of aloin varies in different specimens of aloes.
The chief constituent of aloin is barbaloin which is a pale
yellow crystalline glycosides, soluble in water. Remedies For Pharmacology Dosage
Bacterial, Viral, Fungal and Parasitic
Conditions
AIDS
eliminates parasites (especially protozoan
infections)
relieves Herpes simplex & zoster
relieves symptoms of Candida
relieves symptoms of Epstein-Barr virus
(chronic fatigue syndrome)
relieves symptoms of fungal infections
relieves symptoms of genital herpes
relieves symptoms of yeast infections
Staphylococcus infections
vaginitis
viral infections
Blood Conditions
aids
hyperglycemia
aids
in blood circulation
hemorrhoids
lowers blood sugar in people with type
2
(non-insulin-dependent) diabetes
Cardiovascular Conditions
relieves hypertension
Female Conditions
menstrual cramps and irregularity
suppressed menses
Gastrointestinal Conditions
acts
mainly on the large intestine
colic
constipation
dyspepsia
facilitates digestion by aiding the immune system
helps cleanse the digestive tract by exerting a
soothing, balancing effect
helpful the stomach, small intestine and colon
intestinal infection
keeps the bowels functioning smoothly and helps
when
there is an impaction
moves allergenic proteins from the small
intestine
into
the colon
aids
in healing wounds by drawing out infection and
preventing infection from starting
naturally alkalizes digestive juices to prevent
over-
acidity
promotes a favorable balance of gastrointestinal
symbiotic bacteria and decreased yeast
populations
relieves nausea
relieves symptoms of indigestion
stimulates intestinal motility
Aloe is used for inflammatory bowel conditions
such as:
Crohn's disease
gastritis
irritable bowel syndrome
ulcerative colitis
Genitourinary Conditions
assists kidney function
Immune System Conditions
allergic reactions
has
immune-stimulating actions
strengthens the body's natural resistance
Inflammatory Conditions
relieves arthritis
Liver Conditions
assists liver and gall bladder functions
helps hypercholesterolemia
Respiratory Tract Conditions
colds
relieves symptoms of esophagal reflex
relieves symptoms of gingivitis
Cathartic action of the
drug, limited to large intestine, is attributed to
anthraquinone glycosides, chiefly aloin. Latter is not
absorbed in upper gut but hydrolysed to the active aglycone at
the site of action in the colon and rectum by intestinal
bacteria. The anthraones irritate the mucus membrane, leading
to an increase in the secretion of mucus, thus stimulating
peristalsis. Also they induce an active secretion of water and
electrolytes into the lumen of the gut and inhibit the
absorption of electrolytes and water by the
colon.
50-200 mg of the drug in
powdered form at bed time (Total intake not exceeding a
week)
Ayurveda concentrates on the techniques of a healthy normal life.
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