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Is there any aloe vera contraindications?

I know that aloe vera is beneficial for health in many ways? But recently I came to know that there are some contraindications related to use of aloe vera? Is it true?

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narenpjp
The Aloe Vera plant contains a gel within
it that people have used for centuries for
healing purposes. This gel is derived from
the leaves of an Aloe Vera plant when the
leaves are cut or slashed. In a way, the Aloe
Vera plant heals itself when cut or slashed.
Upon observation, it was discovered that
when you cut or slash an Aloe Vera leaf, the
fluid (gel) and life blood of the plant begins
to spurt out. But within a few seconds, the
plants wound films over. A few moments
later, a protective rubber like coating begins
to surround the plants wound. Not much
time later, the plants wound is completely
healed. Upon seeing this happen, people
knew that the Aloe Vera plant has the ability
to heal itself and could possibly help a
persons wound heal as well.
External Use
Aloe Vera is known to heal skin. Many people
will testify that Aloe Vera penetrates their
skin rapidly and aids in healing their skin
faster than ever thought possible. Aloe Vera
is used in this manner in forms of Aloe Vera
skin care products. This can be: Aloe Vera
lotion, Aloe Vera creams and Aloe Vera gels.
People use Aloe Vera skin care products
to heal cuts, scrapes and burns. Pregnant
woman have been known to use Aloe Vera
lotion and Aloe Vera gel to make stretch
marks disappear. People have even been
using Aloe Vera to reduce the appearance
of scars and wrinkles.
Burns: The healing properties of Aloe Vera for
burns are undeniable. Studies have shown
that Aloe Vera helps new skin cells form and
hastens healing. The Aloe Vera plant has the
amazing ability to provide essential nutrients
needed to promote healthy tissue growth by
reducing inflammation and killing bacteria
and other foreign organisms that thrive on
damaged skin cells caused by burns. Aloe
Vera’s cooling effect offers instant relief from
burns and will typically prevent, or greatly
reduce, blistering when applied immediately
after receiving a burn.
Dermatology: Aloe Vera is used widely in dermatology. It is reputed to be effective in the treatment of seborrhea, herpes, red spots, psoriasis, eczema, mycosis and fever blisters.
Allergies: It is proven that the pulp of Aloe
Vera relieves the itching due to allergies and
insect bites, as well as aiding in the healing,
in both man and animals.
Cosmetics: Aloe Vera
cosmetics deliver skin
care and makeup all-inone.
The combination
of natural ingredients,
from 100% pure Aloe
Vera and
antioxidant
vitamins,
to marine
extracts and
chamomile,
will protect,
nourish and
soothe your
skin. With Aloe
Vera cosmetics, you
can look beautiful and nourish
your skin at the same time!
Skin Care: Aloe Vera can also be used as a treatment for many types of skin conditions. It promotes healthy healing of minor cuts, scrapes and scratches. It seals off the injury and helps new skin cells form. Aloe Vera works well for burns, sunburns and even frostbite. It increases the blood flow to burnt tissue, which greatly quickens the healing of damaged cells. It also has enzymes that relieve pain, reduce inflammation and decrease redness. It even has anti-fungal and anti-
bacterial properties. Scalp and Hair Care: It’s no secret that Aloe Vera is good for your hair and scalp. Aloe Vera shampoos have been around for years. When it comes to hair, the fewer chemicals you expose your hair to, the better. Aloe Vera acts as a natural
hair conditioner and can be used in place of chemical based conditioners. If you are suffering from excessive hair loss, reducing the amount of chemicals you put in your hair is an important first step. When massaging the scalp with Aloe Vera, the astringent action closes the pores but the penetrating capability of Aloe Vera fortifies the roots. Shampooing with an Aloe based shampoo revitalizes drab and dry hair. Mouth and Teeth Care:
The mouth is a cavity
that is loaded with
soft and delicate
tissues. These
tissues have a
steady supply of
foodstuffs, which
make it an ideal
breeding ground for
bacteria. The bacterial
flourishing in the mouth
also attacks the teeth and
induces dental troubles like stomatitis, bad
breath, gingivitis and periodontitis. Aloe
Vera is a natural anti-fungal agent and anti-
bacterial plant. It can work marvels for dental
health and protects the highly sensitive
fragile tissues of the mouth when consumed
internally.
Internal Use
Aloe Vera is not just used as Aloe Vera skin
care products. Aloe Vera can also be used
internally. Many people consume Aloe Vera
gel to help with many things. A common
thing Aloe Vera gel is used for is constipation.
Many people also use Aloe Vera gel to ease
the pain or ulcers and arthritis. Not all of
the benefits of Aloe Vera ingested internally
have been proven scientifically. But people
testify that it works for them.
Detoxification: Aloe Vera gel also has
many positive healing benefits on your
body. An analysis of the Aloe Vera plant has
conclusively shown that it is made up of a


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Aloe vera offers several benefits. It can be used for internal and external healing purpose. Aloe vera plant, juices, gel are beneficial for health in several ways. It has been used for the treatment of burns, eczema, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, and constipation. Aloe vera is also used in many cosmetic products for skin care purpose. Despite of these there are some aloe vera contraindications that are indicated below:

If a person is suffering from gastro-intestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, then they must not take aloe vera. Diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramps have been noticed in many cases due to intake of aloe vera juice or aloe vera supplements.

Aloe vera contain high amount of aloin content and therefore drinking too much aloe vera juice sometimes cause diarrhea. Aloin is a stimulate laxative that disturbs the lining of the bowel causing diarrhea. Using aloe vera for an extended period sometimes result into the loss of potassium and fluid imbalance.

Diabetics should take some precaution while taking aloe vera orally because there may be decrease in the blood sugar levels. Moreover, it can also leads to hypoglycemia if taken in large amounts.

Pregnant and lactating women should avoid internal use of aloe vera. Oral aloe vera can increase uterus contraction leading to the child miscarriage. Also, laxative compound found in aloe vera can leads to diarrhea in the child. Even children below 12 years of age should not be given aloe vera unless prescribed by a doctor because it may leads to abdominal cramps.

Thus, aloe vera is beneficial in many aspects but there are some aloe vera contraindications that must be consider in order to avoid any side effects.


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