Currently, there are more than 250 varieties of aloes in the world and most are found in Africa. They vary in size, shape and uses, from tiny one-inch specie to a huge plant colony measuring 2 feet in diameter. Even though most aloes have medicinal properties, the most typically popular is Aloe barbadensis, also referred [...]
For ages, aloe vera has been greatly used for its medicinal uses and healing properties. However, one common misconception concerning people advocating natural, organic products is the belief that all of these products are generally safe and don’t cause any side effects. On the contrary: not all herbal products are entirely safe and good and [...]
Aloe vera has been considered one of the most popular herb plants for centuries for its medicinal properties. The herb has plenty of benefits, both when applied topically and taken orally. Its healing benefits have even been well documented to assist healing of any form of skin irritation including burns, wounds, scalding and surgery wounds. [...]
Native to Africa, Aloe barbadensis, commonly known as Aloe vera, has expanded to all parts of the world, most notable to Latin America, a few regions in Mediterranean and southern areas of the United States. The highly useful part of aloe vera plant is its gel, found inside the succulent leaves. Aloe vera has been [...]
Recently, the use of alternative medicine in North America has been in constant increase. Alternative medicine can be defined as a term encompassing the broad spectrum of supposed medicinal agents that include herbal and homeopathic substances as well as the services offered by homeopaths, chiropractors and massage therapists. Eisenberg et al reported a nearly fivefold [...]