Aloe Vera is a class of herb that has the ability to assist the bodies resistance against the impact of modern day stresses, whether they are internal or external. Therefore, we do have an alternative choice rather than accepting medication that exposes our bodies to further harm.
Did you know that Aloe Vera Barbadensis is an adaptogenic? That word means something that has the ability to help the body increase its resistance to stress,
anxiety, fatigue, and even trauma without interfering in the biological functioning of organisms. Really, before this word was even invented, Aloe was known by ancient herbalists as a tonic. But that`s beside the point. The fact that it has this "adaptogenic" ability, it presents a huge gulf between the effects of adaptogens and those of pharmaceuticals.
Pharmaceuticals are designed to block or stimulate cell receptors. This has an almost immediate effect but temporary solution to symptoms that a disease or health problem creates, but at the same time, these drugs are in effect, causing a malfunction in the natural processes of a system or organ that has a knock-on effect, reeking havoc in other organs and bodily systems.
Aloe Vera can have an effect on the Immune System by helping the body to adapt to external and internal stresses. Stresses that can trigger constant inflammatory responses. Some of those stresses are an acidic diet, mineral deficiencies, stress, smoking, chemical exposure, and not forgetting prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs.
As an example, let`s put the spotlight on chemical exposure. As air becomes more polluted, we are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers of breathing it in on a daily basis. Yet we may be unaware of other deadly hazards lurking in our bathrooms and shower rooms. Every morning, and evening if you care for personal cleanliness, we get under a hot shower and welcome toxic chemicals to enter through our skin into the bloodstream. These chemicals are contained in the personal care products we use, like sodium laurel sulphate for example, which can irritate veins and arteries causing inflammation. Could this be a cause of high blood pressure perhaps?
The kidneys too, strain under the build up of toxins, while trying to cleanse the blood from these impurities, and the immune system comes under attack.
As an adaptogenic, Aloe Vera can help the body adapt to this environment, reducing blood pressure, strengthening the immune system, calming inflammation, and balancing blood sugar.
There is no need for concern if the herb is consumed at too high a dose, because Aloe is classed as a safe food. The worse one can suffer is diarrhea or stomach cramps.
No doubt about it! Aloe Vera is a super tonic, an adaptogenic from natures medicine cabinet. But it`s not a fix-all when we fail to treat our bodies with respect. Changing lifestyle and attitude is really the answer to healing, but while we are adapting to that, Aloe will help us adapt to the stresses of every day life.
