Do you have frequent heartburn? While there are, of course, medications available to help alleviate the symptoms of heartburn, there is also a natural alternative. That natural alternative is Aloe Vera juice. Aloe Vera is probably most commonly known for its soothing effect on burns but in reality, Aloe Vera has many other healing properties as well.
Although the Aloe Vera plant originated in Africa and belongs to the herbal family, it is now grown in the southwestern region of the United States and in Mexico as well. There are over 240 species of the Aloe Vera plant but only four have been identified as being safe for human consumption. Of those four, the best one to look for is the Aloe Vera Barbadensis. The plant contains more than twenty different amino acids, eight of which are critical for the human body but not manufactured by it. Aloe Vera Barbadensis also contains the vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C and E. Not only has Aloe Vera been reported to be useful in not only the healing and soothing of external burns but it has also been proven that by drinking Aloe Vera juice, a person can find relief from several different digestive ailments, including heartburn and acid reflux.
Aloe vera juice helps because of its antifungal, anti inflammatory and antiviral properties. Drinking aloe vera juice for therapeutic reasons is safe but it is important to be sure that it is made from 100% Aloe Vera and that you don’t consume too much. A safe recommendation is 2-4 ounces up to twice a day. Drinking too much Aloe Vera juice can result in some serious side effects so, as always, it is prudent to check with your doctor before starting any new regime.
While Aloe vera juice is a great way to alleviate frequent heartburn and acid reflux, it offers several other benefits as well. It boosts your overall immune system and can result in increased energy as well. Aloe Vera products are readily available in stores and the only disadvantage in buying the store products comes from the fact that they are pasteurized and have consequently lost a lot of their health benefits. The best way to use Aloe Vera and gain the maximum benefits from it is to use fresh organic aloe vera. This can be grown at home in a container or in a garden. Juice obtained this way is best to drink as soon as you cut a leaf from the plant. Take only the gel- the sap, which is a yellow color is bitter. Mixing the gel with fruit or honey and creating a mixed juice conceals any taste. A small amount each day will reap healthy rewards.
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