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The healing power of aloe vera has been known for centuries. It is a perennial plant with many health benefits, helps with digestive issues, heals burned and injured skin. It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. It also helps with problems in the oral cavity!
Aloe vera is known for its antibiotic properties, it can deal with streptococci and staphylococci. It fights bacteria and viruses. It supports blood clotting, improves circulation. It slows aging, improves vitality and energy, and has detoxifying effects. It addresses hair loss and dry scalp problems. It is also known for calming irritated skin and reducing its dryness. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial abilities benefit the body from within.
Reduces gum inflammation
If you have gum problems, you can try aloe vera. Inflammation is most often caused by bacteria that enter the mouth from outside. Another cause can be plaque that builds up on the teeth due to inadequate oral hygiene. Aloe vera restores the structure of tissues and reduces plaque that is harmful to the teeth.
Whitens teeth
Since aloe vera helps remove plaque that has a yellowish color, aloe vera lightens them. If you want white teeth, use the juice or gel from this medicinal plant. Apply it to the teeth and massage with a toothbrush. Then rinse the mouth thoroughly. If you do this after every tooth brushing, results will appear in just a few days.
That this clear liquid can wonderfully clean dental tartar and also plaque from the teeth is evidenced by a 2015 study . It found that the gel is effective at killing bacteria that are responsible for the formation of dental caries. It is even compared to conventional toothpastes!
Kills bacteria in the oral cavity
Besides the fact that aloe vera helps reduce gum inflammation, it also kills harmful bacteria that live in the mouth. Such bacteria include Streptococcus mutans, which is usually the cause of tooth decay.
However, do not forget that no plant or its extracts are a substitute for brushing teeth, so brush your teeth regularly.
How to obtain the gel?
Aloe vera is a desert plant that retains moisture very well. The healing effects are mainly in the juice and gel found in the leaves. The leaves should not be watered for at least a week before cutting. They contain vitamins A, B, C and E, and minerals calcium, phosphorus, potassium.
Aloe leaves are fleshy and thick and have spines at the end. If you want to prepare gel from the plant, carefully cut off a leaf, wash it thoroughly and dry it. Let the yellow juice drain out. It will strengthen the whole body, boost the immune system and improve performance. When obtaining the gel, cut off the side shoots and the top of the leaf from the plant. Under it is the gel. Put it into a glass jar with a spoon. Store it in the refrigerator. If necessary, use it on injured skin, or add it to a smoothie.
