When it comes to aloe vera, we first think of its skincare benefits, but we may not know that aloe vera can also be consumed and has extraordinary health benefits. Today, I will introduce to you the methods of consuming aloe vera and its benefits.
1. Methods of consuming aloe vera
Aloe vera stir-fried with Chinese yam
Ingredients: 150g aloe vera, 100g Chinese yam, 5g goji berries
Method: 1. Peel and wash the aloe vera, cut it into strips. Peel and wash the Chinese yam, cut it into slices.
2. Blanch the aloe vera in boiling water, drain and set aside.
3. Heat the pan, add vegetable oil, stir-fry the aloe vera and Chinese yam until partially cooked, add seasoning, stir-fry until well flavored, add goji berries, then remove from heat and serve.
2. Benefits of consuming aloe vera stir-fried with Chinese yam
1. Chinese yam: It nourishes and strengthens the body, aids digestion, stops excessive sweating, and relieves diarrhea.
2. Aloe vera: It can treat skin inflammation, keep the hair moist and smooth, and prevent hair loss.
Aloe vera stir-fried with Chinese yam: It has the effects of tonifying the spleen and lungs, nourishing qi and yin, tonifying the spleen and kidneys, clearing heat and detoxification, and more.
3. Benefits of aloe vera
1. Pain relief
When fingers are swollen and painful, or when experiencing toothache, applying fresh aloe vera leaves to the affected area can alleviate the pain. Aloe vera, when taken internally and applied externally, also has analgesic effects. Aloe vera can also prevent and treat hangovers, motion sickness, and seasickness.
2. Sun protection
The natural anthraquinones or derivatives of anthraquinones in aloe vera can absorb ultraviolet rays and prevent skin redness and brown spots.
3. Insect repellent and preservation
Aloe vera juice has excellent disinfectant and preservation properties. Applying aloe vera juice to the skin in summer can repel mosquitoes.
4. Antimicrobial
Aloe vera extract (Aloetin) is a strong antibacterial substance that can kill fungi, molds, bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens, and inhibit their development and reproduction.
5. Anti-inflammatory
Aloe vera enzymes can resist inflammation. Especially, aloe vera polysaccharides can enhance the body's resistance to diseases and treat chronic diseases such as skin inflammation, chronic nephritis, cystitis, bronchitis, etc.
6. Moisturizing and whitening
Aloe vera polysaccharides and vitamins have good nourishing, moisturizing, and whitening effects on the skin. In particular, aloe vera is effective in eliminating acne, which is the most troublesome problem for young girls. Aloe vera anthraquinones and other substances can make the hair soft, shiny, and dandruff-free.
