It is important to know the cause of heartburn-like symptoms, because treatment is of little use if it is for the wrong condition. The sensations related to heartburn can imitate other conditions like ischemic heart disease. In addition, sometimes heartburn is a symptom of a more serious condition. It is always wise to get an accurate diagnosis. And when you go to your doctor, ask him about aloe vera for heartburn! [Read more…]

The use of aloe for minor skin irritation and burns dates back to ancient times. Clay tablets from Mesopotamia dated 1750 B.C. indicate aloe vera was used for medicinal purposes, and Egyptian records from 550 B.C. also mention the use of aloe for skin infections. [Read more…]

Many Aloe Vera products have been created to harness the healing benefits found in the natural Aloe Vera plant. While many of the products possess active Aloe Vera serum, the best way to access the purest Aloe Vera gel is to use the raw gel produced by the plant. Topical use of Aloe Vera plant gel has been dated back to 2100 B.C. where a Sumerian tablet contains reference to medicinal use of Aloe Vera plants. [Read more…]

Aloe vera has long been known to have medicinal properties. It has been used as a medicinal herb by native peoples for centuries. The modern world discovered its usefulness as a burn remedy and a soothing balm for irritation decades ago, and now it can be found in all kinds of products, ranging from burn creams to lotions. Its use as an antibacterial agent is less well-known, however, and it is that use which shall be discussed here. [Read more…]