History of Aloe Vera

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A General Overview of the uses of Aloe Vera in Human History

You have probably used aloe vera for a sunburn. Aloe Vera has been used for countless centuries by many civilizations, and a score of historic figures you may recognize such as Alexander the Great, Cleopatra, King Solomon and others.

Alexander the Great conquered an island (Socotra) lush with aloe plants for the use of his armies to treat intestinal worms and wounds inflicted in battle.

Cleopatra used aloe vera to keep her skin smooth and supple. King Solomon is believed to have cultivated aloe plants.

Texts referencing the use of aloe plants go back 3,500 years. Indeed, in 1852 an Egyptian papyrus mentioning the use of aloe vera was discovered. The papyrus was dated to 1550 B.C. / BCE.

Native American healers used aloe vera for medicinal purposes, as have Japanese, Chinese, Romans and ancient Greek physicians.

Often referred to as the "First Aid Plant," aloe vera continues to be studied in the United States, Great Britain and other countries by renowned researchers.

Physicians have long considered aloe vera to be a natural emollient and antiseptic. The anti-inflammation properties of aloe vera are well-documented.

No doubt you have already used aloe vera to treat minor skin burns, cuts, and rashes.

Only in the last few decades, thanks to the research and enormous efforts of the leading Aloe Vera company (Forever Living Products, International) in the world, have the benefits of drinking aloe vera juice been rediscovered.

[nicky88]

Aloe Vera is a plant that looks like a cactus, but is actually a member of the lily family. It grows in Africa, Asia and the warmer parts of America and Europe. The particular kind of Aloe Vera used for natural remedies has the Latin name Aloe barbadensis and its leaves contain a gel that is rich in therapeutic properties.

Aloe Vera has been used medicinally for over 6,000 years. The ancient Egyptians used it to heal battle wounds and cure infections. The early Greeks used it for relieving blisters, burns and leg ulcers as well as healing bowel and stomach disorders.
Today it is found in health products in the form of gels, juices and creams, and also as an ingredient in some cosmetic products.

[nicho88]

Wow, i find aloe vera is used by many big-people like cleopatra and king solomon. So i will believe if aloe vera is contain many good-effect for your health. But well, it's hard to find aloe vera here in indonesia. Maybe if there is available, the price will cost high.

[Pompay]

The history of Aloe Vera is very long and we can see that it was used many many years ago by great emperors and queens. I am amazed that such a wonderful thing has just started to emerge after so long period, I wonder why people were unaware of the benefits and uses of Aloe Vera till now.