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Aloe Vera: A Natural Treatment For Conjunctivitis

On March 15, 2012, in Medicinal Uses, by Aloe_Admin
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Conjunctivitis, the medical term for pink eye, is a fairly common ailment among school-age children. Pink eye can be caused by a variety of things, but most often by a virus or bacteria. It is very contagious and can be transferred via hand contact with anything that has touched the eye or eye area. This [...]

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Spring Cleaning: Rid your body of toxins with Aloe

On March 8, 2012, in Medicinal Uses, Recipes, Skin Care, by Aloe_Admin
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Aloe plants, native to northern Africa, have long been used as a natural remedy for healing burns and cuts. Today these hardy plants are grown as houseplants and farmed all over the world, and are more sought after than ever. Aloe leaves, juice, and supplements now available in most grocery stores, and its benefits beyond sunburn [...]

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Aloe: Better than a raw steak for that black eye

On January 6, 2012, in Medicinal Uses, Skin Care, by Aloe_Admin
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Contusions like black eyes are usually not a serious medical condition, but they can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. While there are plenty of products on the market that will take care of the swelling, pain and discoloration, one useful and all-natural alternative is Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera will soothe skin irritation and clear up the [...]

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Aloe For Healthy Dogs, Cats, and Horses

On October 27, 2011, in Medicinal Uses, by Aloe_Admin
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Aloe Vera has been proven effective in fighting many types of infection in animals, treating mites, bacteria, fungi, and yeast-related conditions. Acemannan, a compound found in Aloe Vera gel, stimulates immune system response, and has increased the effectiveness of many veterinary vaccines. The gel is gentle enough to use on delicate eye and ear tissue [...]

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A Prescription for Cold and Flu Season

On October 18, 2011, in Medicinal Uses, by KateG
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It’s time to beef up your cold and flu arsenal- the temperatures are dropping and we’re spending more time together in poorly ventilated spaces, sharing germs. Nutrition is key, and a diet rich in nutrients, micronutrients, and antioxidants maintains the body’s ability to fight disease and repair itself. Aloe Vera makes a great addition to a [...]