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AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS
Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWBotanical Name- Aloe barbadensis (miller)
This particular gel was created by hand removing the inner fillet of whole Aloe Vera leaves, and then it was subsequently sent into a cold pressed production facility. It is a naturally ground product and may contain small pieces of pulp within the gel. Suitable for food, cosmetic, and beverage use. Refrigeration is recommended. Also includes natural preservatives of Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid and Xanthan Gum.
SpecificationsColor- Pale/Translucent Odor- Slightly odoriferous/characteristic Pesticide residues- Tested Negative Total Solids- 1.0% pH- 4 Anthraquiones- 3.7ppm MicrobialAerobic Plate Count- <10 CFU/G Mold- <10 CFU/G E.c oli- Negative Salmonella- Negative Pathogens- Absent PreservativesPotassium Sorbate- 0.1% Citric Acid- 0.1% Xanthan Gum- 0.3% SUGGESTED USEAYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICS
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Aloe Vera Gel: GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...STIMULANT-LAXATIVEStimulant laxatives induce bowel movements by stimulating peristaltic movement (the contraction of smooth muscle in the intestines). They are effective when used on a short-term basis. On a long-term basis, they can create dependency. Aka irritant laxativDETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.REFRESHES-SKINFlushes the lymphatic system to cool, awaken, and revive the skin.DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.EMOLLIENTSoothes & softens the skin. Often a topical demulcent or oil.SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).SOOTHES-THROATSoothes throat discomfort, including from a sore or ticklish throat.ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.ANTIBACTERIALHerbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.ANTIFUNGALHerbs that destroy fungus.ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.ANTILITHICAn herb that dissolves / breaks up stones (gallstones or kidney stones) so that it can be passed.STRONG CHOLAGOGUE Cholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines. HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Aloe Vera Gel with these FoodsAloe Vera Juice Aloe Vera Juice has these Actions in CommonEmollient, Lowers-blood-sugar, Soothes-throat, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Demulcent, General-laxative, Refreshes-skin, Stimulant-laxative, Alterative, Antifungal, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Skin-tonic, Vulnerary, Anti-inflammatory, Antilithic, CholagogueAloe Vera Gel Aloe Vera Gel has these Actions in CommonRefreshes-skin, Stimulant-laxative, Alterative, Antifungal, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Skin-tonic, Vulnerary, Anti-inflammatory, Antilithic, Cholagogue, Emollient, Lowers-blood-sugar, Soothes-throat, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Demulcent, General-laxativeTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, Skin-tonic, Antibacterial, Blood-thinner, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Alterative, Antifungal, Cholagogue, Lowers-blood-sugarTurmeric Root (Fresh) Turmeric Root (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Antifungal, Detoxicant, Skin-tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Antibacterial, Cholagogue, Lowers-blood-sugarDandelion Leaves Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Stimulant-laxative, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Hypolipidemic, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugar, Alterative, Blood-thinnerGarlic Garlic has these Actions in CommonAntifungal, Cholagogue, Stimulant-laxative, Antimicrobial, Detoxicant, Vulnerary, Alterative, Blood-thinner, General-laxativeGarlic (raw) Garlic (raw) has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, General-laxative, Vulnerary, Antibacterial, Blood-thinner, Hypolipidemic, Antifungal, Detoxicant, Stimulant-laxativeBeets Beets has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Detoxicant, Stimulant-laxative, Blood-thinner, General-laxative, Alterative, Cholagogue, Skin-tonicLemon Lemon has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Detoxicant, Refreshes-skin, Antimicrobial, Emollient, Vulnerary, Cholagogue, General-laxativeFenugreek Fenugreek has these Actions in CommonCholagogue, Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Antilithic, Detoxicant, VulneraryCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonAntifungal, Detoxicant, Antimicrobial, Lowers-blood-sugar, Antibacterial, Demulcent, Soothes-throatCompare Aloe Vera Gel with these Herb SupplementsNeem Leaf Neem Leaf has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Lowers-blood-sugar, Antibacterial, Vulnerary, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Blood-thinner, Cholagogue, DetoxicantCalendula, Marigold Calendula, Marigold has these Actions in CommonAntifungal, Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Skin-tonic, Alterative, Vulnerary, Anti-inflammatoryManjistha Manjistha has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antilithic, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Skin-tonic, VulneraryGoldenseal Goldenseal has these Actions in CommonAntibacterial, Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, General-laxative, Vulnerary, Alterative, Anti-inflammatoryYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonVulnerary, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Blood-thinner, Cholagogue, DetoxicantCleavers Cleavers has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Antilithic, Blood-thinner, Demulcent, Detoxicant, Vulnerary, AlterativeVidanga Vidanga has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugar, Stimulant-laxative, Alterative, Antifungal, AntimicrobialDandelion Root Dandelion Root has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugarBhumyamalaki Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Detoxicant, General-laxative, Hypolipidemic, Skin-tonicRed Clover Red Clover has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antilithic, Demulcent, Detoxicant, Skin-tonic, VulneraryGinkgo Ginkgo has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Blood-thinner, Hypolipidemic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, AntifungalTRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSAloe Vera Gel may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.WHAT'S NEXT?  |
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