Aloe Vera

The use of Aloe Vera can be traced back 6,000 years to early Egypt, where the plant was
depicted on stone carvings. Known as the "plant of immortality," aloe was presented as a burial
gift to deceased pharaohs.
Common Names—aloe vera, aloe, burn plant, lily of the desert, elephant's gall. Dietary Uses:
! Aloe Vera is taken orally as a laxative.
! Also taken orally to treat a variety of conditions, including diabetes, asthma, epilepsy, and
osteoarthritis.
Aloe leaves contain a clear gel that is often used as a topical ointment. The green part of the
leaf that surrounds the gel can be used to produce a juice or a dried substance (called latex)
that is taken by mouth.