Aloe arborescens: healing properties, side effects and how to recognize it

Aloe Arborescens is only one of the numerous species of aloe existing but undoubtedly one of the most interesting at a phytotherapeutic level given its curative properties. So let's find out everything there is to know about this type of aloe, including side effects, and how to recognize it.


THEaloe arborescens it is only one of the numerous species of aloe existing but undoubtedly the most interesting in terms of phytotherapy given its to the healing properties. So let's find out everything there is to know about this aloe variant, including side effects, and how to recognize it.




THEaloe arborescens it is now widespread all over the world, especially in coastal areas, but is native to northern Africa. It can be used as an ornamental plant but much more interesting is its use for the well-being of the body, especially thanks to its own detoxifying power and activity on the immune system.

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The beneficial properties of this plant have been known since ancient times, so much so that even Christopher Columbus would have mentioned it in the writings dedicated to his travels. But what exactly are the health benefits that aloe arborescens offers?

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HEALING PROPERTIES OF ALOE ARBORESCENTIS

Among the various species of aloe that arborescens boasts the highest concentration of active ingredients, greater than that of the more commonly used aloe vera. By cutting a leaf you immediately notice the large presence of water of which it is composed (about 96%) but its gel is also rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other substances with antioxidant power.

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All the richness and synergy of active ingredients present in this plant provide it anti-inflammatory qualities, which can be used both internally and for example to soothe skin problems. Very interesting then thedepurative actiona on the body of the aloe also accentuated by the fact that this plant protects the liver by reducing fat deposits (therefore useful against cholesterol).

Aloe arborescens: healing properties, side effects and how to recognize it

Aloe arborescens has the natural ability to strengthen the body's defenses also actively helping view its antibacterial action. Those who take aloe then see digestion improve, metabolism accelerate and ensure a good dose of substances with anti-tumor power.



For some years now we have been talking about aloe and in particular the arborescens type as a possible anti-cancer remedy. Note in particular the recipe of Father Romano Zago, convinced of the miraculous properties of this preparation, which according to him would be capable of curing tumors even at an advanced stage, in a short time and without particular side effects. There are positive results with respect to this preparation but unfortunately, as always, one cannot expect a remedy to be miraculous on its own!

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Le The healing properties of aloe arborescentis can be summarized as follows:

• Anti-inflammatory

• Stimulates the immune system

• Debug

• Improves digestion

• Protects the liver

• Helps against high cholesterol

• Speeds up the metabolism

• Antibacterial

• Antitumor

SIDE EFFECTS

Like all plants, aloe arborescens can also give some side effects although rare. If taken internally, for example, problems in the gastrointestinal tract such as cramps and diarrhea may be encountered. In this case it is good to listen to your body and stop the treatment immediately. If you are taking drugs then it is always better to inform your doctor to avoid the possibility that there may be interactions. The use of juice in pregnancy is not recommendeda (there are no studies proving its safety) and during breastfeeding (it would make the milk bitter and unwelcome to the baby). It is very important if you take Aloe juice to respect the indicated dosages.

Let's summarize the possible contraindications of aloe arborescens:


• Intestinal cramps

• Diarrhea


• Interaction with drugs

• Not recommended during pregnancy

• Not recommended during breastfeeding

HOW TO RECOGNIZE IT

It is not always easy to distinguish the various types of aloe if you do not have an expert eye and have not had the opportunity to see different species, better if side by side.

As for aloe arborescens, this has dark green leaves that can have red shades. Compared to aloe vera, however, the leaves are smaller, narrower and darkerFurthermore, the general appearance is a bit different as the arborescens grows more like a kind of small tree since it has a stem usually more visible and very branched unlike aloe vera whose leaves often come out directly from the earth.

It is also very useful to look at the inflorescence that appears in the winter period, aloe arborescens has red flowers while Aloe Vera has them more yellowish.

Aloe arborescens: healing properties, side effects and how to recognize it

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In summary, aloe arborescens has:

• Dark green leaves that may be streaked with red

• The leaves are smaller, narrower and darker than those of aloe vera

• It has a very branched stem

• Red inflorescence

You guys do you have aloe arborescens at home? How do you use it?

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