Aloe vera : New Study
Computer simulations suggest that common plant molecules from Aloe vera might block enzymes tied to Alzheimer’s disease.
- Aloe Vera is a succulent plant belonging to the Aloaceae family, known for its medicinal and therapeutic properties.
- Scientific Name: Aloe barbadensis Mill
- It is native to the arid, desert regions of the Arabian Peninsula, particularly in Oman, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia.
- It thrives in hot, dry climates with well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils.
- It is widely cultivated in various warm regions around the world, including parts of North Africa, the Canary Islands, India, and the southwestern United States.
- It is a thick, short-stemmed plant that stores water in its leaves.
- It is known for its thick, pointed, and fleshy green leaves.
- Each leaf contains a slimy tissue that stores water, making the leaves thick.
- This water-filled tissue is the “gel” that people associate with aloe vera products.
- The gel contains beneficial bioactive compounds, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Aloe vera is known for its antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic properties.
- It is best known for treating skin injuries.
- It inhibits the growth of different types of bacteria.
- It is used in arid regions for erosion control due to its shallow root system and ability to stabilize soil.
