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Tuesday, June 07, 2005
Aloe Vera: nature's remedy
IF THERE were any plant on earth that is of most use to humans it would be, without a doubt, the Aloe vera plant.
Unfortunately, if asked to reel off what we know about this plant, most likely the only thing we can say is that it is a spiky green plant with gooey clear liquid that comes from its cactus-like leaves. Other than that, most of us don't have much knowledge as to the history, uses and benefits of aloe vera to the human body.
Did you know that as early as 1500 B.C. the ancient Egyptians recorded the use of this early plant in treating of burns and infection? Cleopatra and Nefertiti were reported to have used aloe vera as a beauty enhancer. Alexander the Great, on the other hand, used the plant to treat soldiers wounded in the battle.
Aloe vera, also called as the "Lily of the Desert", "Plant of immortality" and "The Medicine Plant", has around 300 to 500 varieties of the Aloe Plant.
Aloe vera's nutritional qualities and antioxidant properties, together with its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial actions, make it an amazing medicinal herb when taken internally.
It also improves blood circulation, prevents coronary heart disease, relieves gastrointestinal problems, work as an antioxidant, aids in digestion, is a natural laxative and aids in kidney and liver functions.
Before we go out and start chewing on an aloe vera leaf, the good news is that there is a delicious and refreshing health drink made from the finest species of aloe vera. This is OKF Aloe Vera Juice, an alternative health drink that not only tastes great but is easy on the pocket as well!
OKF Aloe Vera is an all-natural drink with no sugar added and if that isn't enough, you can also enjoy its pulp that is high in calcium and vitamins C and E. This makes OKF Aloe Vera Juice a good source of powerful antioxidants that improve the immune system function, promote skin health and protect the cardiovascular system.
OKF Aloe Vera Juice has a special formulation that makes the juice a true thirst quencher with no sticky aftertaste. Those who have tried this unique product can attest to that a healthy beverage like OKF can also be delicious at the same time.
Drink to your good health now and go for the OKF Aloe Vera Juice that comes in ready-to-drink cans, and in 500 ml and 1.5 L bottles.
OKF Aloe Vera is available in SM Supermarkets, Mercury Drug stores, Robinson's, Ever Supermarkets, Puregold, Waltermart and other major supermarkets and groceries nationwide.
(June 7, 2005 issue)
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