All herbs
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Aloe vera
Aloe barbadensis
Succulent gel used on burns, wounds and skin, and in careful internal preparations.
Cautions
- The yellow latex is a harsh laxative — drain it away completely
- Do not take whole-leaf preparations internally
- Avoid internal use in pregnancy
Known interactions: Diuretics, Digoxin, Antidiabetic drugs
Nutritional value
- Gel contains polysaccharides, vitamins C and E, and enzymes
Traditional healing uses
- Fresh gel applied to burns, sunburn and minor wounds
- Used in hair and scalp treatments
- Small amounts of gel taken for heat in the stomach
Preparation
- Slice a leaf, let the yellow latex drain away, then use the clear inner gel
Spiritual & cultural meaning
Aloe is a plant of protection and healing hands, kept at the doorway in many traditions to guard the household.
Shared as cultural tradition, not as a medical claim.
This profile supports — and does not replace — medical care. Speak with a health worker before combining herbs with medicine, in pregnancy, or for a child.