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"Aloe vera gel is a time-honored favorite for taking the sting out of burns, cuts and scrapes. According to the experts, it's true for tissues inside as well as outside the body. And it's safe. Taken internally, aloe vera gel will soothe sore, ulcerated spots in the stomach. Take one teaspoonful twice a day. Look for aloe vera juice in the health food store. (Follow dose directions carefully.) • Cabbage Fix A^nether you prefer cole slaw or a cup of juice, cabbage is a common kitchen fix for an ulcerated stomach lining. Why?" - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Yet in reality, aloe vera gel taken from a plant right out of the ground is far more effective as an antibiotic than any over-the-counter, first aid antibiotic skin creams. aloe vera gel accelerates the healing of wounds while creating a natural bandage as the gel dries and pulls together. In one case after another, whether you're looking at foods, first-aid items, modern medicine, prescription drugs or cosmetics, most of the time nature already has a superior answer to the challenges that face people." - Mike Adams, Spam Filters for Your Brain (Get the book.)

"Natural Prescription for Burns or Digestive Upset For mild burns or wounds: Apply aloe vera gel (as directed) for its soothing effect. For digestive upset: Drink 4 oz of pure aloe vera juice as needed. Note: All dosages are daily dosages and in pill or capsule form unless otherwise noted. The juice is produced in much the same way as juice from any other fruit, like apples, for example. The gel-containing leaves are pressed, and concentrate is extracted and then diluted and reconstituted with water by the manufacturer, which then puts it on the shelves at better health food stores." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "In the group that had topical aloe vera gel applied to their wounds, the size of the wounds decreased 18 percent more than the wounds of a control group that healed without the help of aloe. If you ever undergo dermabrasion—an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure used for smoothing the skin and removing acne scars—don't leave home without your aloe. Aloe decreases surgical recovery time, according to a report in the Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology. In this report, eighteen patients had Aloe vera is also excellent for constipation." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "The aloe vera gel has all the active medicinal sugars (glyconutrients) mentioned above. Wound Care in a Gel The gel reduces inflammation when applied to the skin. It also has antibacterial effects. It's great as a skin salve, serving as a mild anesthetic and relieving pain, itching, and swelling. A 1989 study in the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association found that both oral and topical aloe preparations speed wound healing." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.) "No burn, soothing as aloe vera gel. I've since shared this discovery with other folks, and every one of them reports the same thing. Being a good academic, I did a literature search, and guess what: There's not a single piece of research anywhere in the world showing that sugar or Sweet'N Low, applied to the scalp while bleaching your hair, completely kills the burn. But it works. Consider how many things in life your grandmother knew about that "worked," even though no one had ever done a double-blind, randomized control study on them." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Product #1: aloe vera gel is used as a home remedy to soothe and heal minor burns, abrasions, and insect bites. Product #2: aloe vera juice, which is often watered down or processed to remove any disagreeable taste, and is consumed for its nutritional and healing benefits. Because of the processing, it may contain only a fraction of the nutrients of the original plant. Product #3: whole leaf aloe vera concentrate, is the premium and most expensive of the products. It is made by cold-pressing fresh whole leaves of aloe vera." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"Yet in reality, aloe vera gel taken from a plant right out of the ground is far more effective as an antibiotic than any over-the-counter, first aid antibiotic skin creams. aloe vera gel accelerates the healing of wounds while creating a natural bandage as the gel dries and pulls together. In one case after another, whether you're looking at foods, first-aid items, modern medicine, prescription drugs or cosmetics, most of the time nature already has a superior answer to the challenges that face people." - Mike Adams, Spam Filters for Your Brain (Get the book.)

"If red blotches appear on the penis, massage it with pure aloe vera gel, twice daily. Many prostate problems are due to trapped urinary deposits/crystals in the penis and disappear when removed by the gel. You should notice a clearing of the skin irritation within a few days. For prostate enlargement I strongly recommend doing a series of liver flushes and one or several kidney cleanses.38 Why Most Cancers Disappear Naturally Every toxicity crisis, from a complex cancer to a simple head For step-by-step instructions please see The Amazing Liver and Gallbladder Flush." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"Herbalists suggest these soothing natural remedies for their moisturizing and cell-renewing benefits: Comfrey root ointment, burdock salve, vitamin E oil and aloe vera gel. All can be found in health food stores. Use according to package instructions; however, ask your doctor about using these remedies while breast-feeding, as they may pose a danger if your baby ingests them. • Mid wives' Parsley Remedy ' I hough there are many causes of breast pain and tenderness, sometimes bloating and water retention are responsible, spurred on by a number of hormone changes." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.) "Taken internally, aloe vera gel will soothe sore, ulcerated spots in the stomach. Take one teaspoonful twice a day. Look for aloe vera juice in the health food store. (Follow dose directions carefully.) • Cabbage Fix A^nether you prefer cole slaw or a cup of juice, cabbage is a common kitchen fix for an ulcerated stomach lining. Why? It's rich in vitamins and amino acids that help heal the mucosa that lines the intestines. Eat a wedge of raw cabbage daily, drink an eight-ounce glass of cabbage juice, or add about one cup of cabbage slices to a tossed salad. Make it a habit." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Extracts of crude Aloe barba-densis gel inhibits this photosuppression by preventing suppression of DTH responses and reducing the amount of keratinocyte derived immunosuppressive cytokines (IL-2) (Byeon, 1998; Strickland, 1999). aloe vera gel contains small molecular modulators that prevent UVB-induced immune suppression in the skin. The immunomodulators restore the UVB-induced damages on epidermal Langerham cells (Lee, 1999). Aloe vera increases collagen content of the granulation tissue and its degree of crosslinking to contribute to wound healing (Chithra, 1998)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Also helpful: aloe vera gel, applied twice daily, soothes affected skin and relieves itching. TINNITUS This incessant ringing or buzzing in the ears is often worse at night and frequently interferes with sleep. Natural approach: Calcium (500 mg daily) and magnesium (200 mg daily) help promote sleep when taken at bedtime.. .coenzyme Q10 (60 mg, twice daily) and any multivitamin-min-eral complex that is rich in antioxidants protects against cell breakdown that can worsen this condition." - Bottom Line Health, Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 (Get the book.)

"Prunes and prune juice; 2. aloe vera gel, juice, or Aloe Vera leaf capsules; 3. Flax seeds, flax seed oil; 4. Castor oil; 5. Various herbs such as senna and cascara sagrada (there are a host of all-herbal natural "laxatives" that are great at temporarily relieving constipation); 6. Walking; 7. Rebounding; 8. Drinking more water; 9. Psyllium; 10. Any high fiber grain or cereal; 11. Yoga; 12. Enemas; 13. Colonics; 14. Parasite cleanse; 15. Candida cleanse; and liver/gallbladder cleanse. All of these are great at relieving constipation." - Kevin Trudeau, More Natural Cures Revealed: Previously Censored Brand Name Products That Cure Disease (Get the book.)

"HERBALISM Aloe vera: Most people will tell you that nothing soothes a burn better than cool aloe vera gel. The clear gel-like substance that oozes from the fresh-cut leaves of aloe has been used for years to treat a wide array of skin conditions such as burns, bites, stings, and generally dry, scaly skin. To treat burns, simply take the gel from a fresh-cut leaf and apply it directly to the affected area." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"To help dissipate scars, try applying the following formula directly to the skin every other day for several weeks: two tablespoons raw aloe vera gel, one tablespoon of parsley juice and one tablespoon of spirulina. MSM lotion used alternately with a topical vitamin C cream also works wonderfully. Thyroid Imbalance The thyroid is a large endocrine gland situated at the base of the neck. The thyroid controls the basal metabolic rate. An underactive thyroid slows the metabolic rate and increases the possibility of obesity." - David Wolfe, The Sunfood Diet Success System (Get the book.) "To help alleviate this condition, after bathing, rub fresh aloe vera gel, fresh noni fruit, MSM lotion, coconut oil, avocado and/or papaya into the eczema every day. If you have eczema (dry skin and eruptions) consider at least 6 colonics initially to allow the body to detoxify through the colon, rather than through the skin. If colon hydrotherapy is not available, daily warm-water enemas while fasting on grapefruit juice will be helpful. A raw herbal cleanse, such as the EJUVA 30-day program, can work wonders for those with eczema as I have seen first hand several times." - David Wolfe, The Sunfood Diet Success System (Get the book.) "Eating aloe vera gel, avocados, olives, olive oil with parsley and spirulina will help accelerate the healing of burns. Adding MSM powder to one's drinking water (2 tablespoons per liter) is also valuable to rejuvenate the skin. Avoid all dietary cooked oils when healing from burns. Common Cold Once your body is significantly detoxified by eating a balanced Sunfood Diet you will experience fewer and fewer flus and colds. An old saying goes: "You don't catch a cold; you eat a cold." Cooked foods and animal foods can depress the immune system making one susceptible to illnesses." - David Wolfe, The Sunfood Diet Success System (Get the book.)

"In this study, 27 patients with partial thickness burn wounds were treated with aloe vera gel compared with vaseline gauze. Results found that aloe vera gel treated lesions healed more rapidly than the vaseline gauze area, with the average time of healing in the aloe gel area being 11.89 days and 18.19 days for the vaseline gauze treated wound. A significant difference. —V. Visuthiokosol, et al., "Effect of aloe vera gel to Healing of Burn Wound a Clinical and Histologic Study," Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand, 78(8), August 1995, p. 403-409." - Gary Null, Ph.D., The Clinician's Handbook of Natural Healing (Get the book.)

"A double-blind, placebo-controlled study of a commercial aloe vera gel in the treatment of slight to moderate psoriasis vulgaris. J Eur Dermatol Venereol; 19(3):326-331. 2005. Penneys NS. Inhibition of arachidonic acid oxidation in vitro by vehicle components. acta derm vernereol (Stockh); 62(1):59-61. 1982 Richardson J, et al. Aloe vera for preventing radiation-induced skin reactions: a systematic literature review. clin oncol 17(6):478-84. 2005. Robson MC, DelBeccaro EJ & Heggers JP. Increasing dermal perfusion after burning by decreasing thromboxane production. j trauma; 20(9):722-725." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Aloe vera gel has been used for centuries to help burns heal and ease skin irritation. Others who would like to try this should test the gel on the inside of the elbow first. If there is no allergic reaction, the slippery texture should make it a surprisingly effective sexual lubricant. • • • Hormonal Approaches For decades, when women complained of vaginal dryness as a symptom of menopause, doctors prescribed estrogen, often as a vaginal cream." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"Psoriasis Forty-one patients with stable plaque psoriasis took part in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled right/left comparison study to test the effect of a commercial, preserved but otherwise untreated, aloe vera gel. A 2-week wash-out period was followed by a 4-week treatment period with 2 daily applications and follow-up visits after 1 and 2 months. The score sum of erythema, infiltration, and desquamation decreased in 72.5% of Aloe vera-treated sites compared with 82% of placebo-treated areas from week 0 to week 4." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Break off an aloe leaf and apply the gel to the affected area, or purchase aloe vera gel from a health food or natural health store. To prevent stings from occurring, try a natural insect-repellent spray that contains one or all of the following: sweet basil, holy basil, sage, and/or thyme. This type of spray can be found in some health food stores. TIP: AVOID ATTRACTING BEES Avoid using fragrances, including hair spray, scented soaps, lotions, and oils, and keep soft drinks and sweet foods covered. Do not wear brightly colored clothing, particularly floral patterns." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.) "Chamomile may reduce itchiness when used as a cream and relieve stress when drunk as tea. aloe vera gel can be used topically on the affected area for its cooling, soothing, and antiinflammatory properties. TIP: OATMEAL BATH A cool oatmeal bath may help soothe the itchiness caused by urticaria. Put 1 cup of oatmeal into a cheese cloth, tie it with a string, and hang it under the warm tap or float it in the tub. Soak your body in the tub for 20-30 minutes." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.) "A topical coolant and analgesic such as lidocaine spray may be used, and aloe vera gel can be applied to the sting to relieve the pain. Antihistamines: If the area is severely swollen and itchy, diphenhydramine (Benadryl®) should be given orally. Adults should take 50 mg and children can take 1 mg per 2 lb of body weight. Antibiotics: If the sting becomes infected, it may lead to cellulitis, which is the inflammation of the connective tissue underneath the skin. This is treated with antibiotics, which work against staphylococcus bacteria." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Aloe vera gel (right from the leaf, must be a gel, not a liquid) • Quinoa (ancient grain / fruit, high in protein) • Sea vegetables (kelp, seaweed, dulse, nori, etc.) • Avocado (high in heart-healthy oils) • Wheat grass, barley grass and other cereal grass juices • Fish oils, flax oils, macadamia nut oil • Tomatoes (raw only) • Carrots (raw, unpeeled only) • Wheat germ (very high in essential fatty acids) • Molasses (very high in B vitamins) • Beets, radishes (liver cleanser, blood cleanser, raw only) By the way, every fruit or vegetable on this list must be eaten in raw form only." - Mike Adams, The Seven Laws of Nutrition (Get the book.)

"Aloe vera terminology • aloe vera gel Naturally occurring, undiluted gel obtained by stripping away the outer layer of the Aloe vera leaf • Aloe vera concentrate aloe vera gel from which the water has been removed • Aloe vera juice An ingestible product containing a minimum of 50 percent Aloe vera gel • Aloe vera latex The bitter yellow liquid derived from the pericyclic tubules of the rind of Aloe vera, the primary constituent of which is aloin Chemical composition Aloe vera contains numerous compounds possessing biological activity." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"External uses of aloe vera gel are many. • It acts as an immediate and effective wound-healer, aiding in the treatment of bums, insect stings, and poison ivy. Split a leaf and apply pulp directly to the injured area, or soak cloth with aloe vera gel and bind on. • aloe vera gel ointments, creams, and lotions can prevent blistering and peeling from sunburn. • It can help soften corns and calluses on the feet. • Applied to the face and throat, it can soften skin and hold aging lines in check. • It can alleviate the pain and itching of hemorrhoids and bleeding piles." - Earl Mindell, Earl Mindell's Vitamin Bible for the 21st Century (Get the book.)

"Aloe & Linden Flower After Sun Soother ($10 for 6 ounces) has more irritating than soothing properties for skin thanks to the comfrey extract and citrus oils it contains. Pure aloe vera gel would be a much better option. © Chemical-Free Sunscreen SPF 15 ($15for3.46ounces) leaves out synthetic sunscreen actives (though there's nothing wrong with those ingredients) and relies on titanium dioxide for sun protection. That's great, but the many fragrant volatile oils in this product are a considerable problem." - Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron, Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, 7th Edition (Get the book.)

"Try cacao butter, coconut oil or fresh aloe vera gel as a Sun lotion. Cacao butter is the best natural sunscreen that is a whole food. By following The Sunfood Diet your resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and Sunburns will increase. Due to the antioxidants in my raw-food diet it is difficult for me to get burned under the Sun; even if I have not been in the Sun for several weeks. The best UV protection is inner protection. Commercial sunscreens disable the body's natural sunburn alarm mechanism." - David Wolfe, The Sunfood Diet Success System (Get the book.)

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