ALOE VERA by Diane Gage
$9.95
Aloe vera’s miraculous healing powers have been used by humanity for four thousand years. Today aloe vera is the basis of a multimillion-dollar industry of health supplements, beauty aids and pharmaceutical creams. Its powerful regenerative properties are being studied by the scientific and medical communities.
Externally, aloe vera expedites the healing of cuts and burns, rejuvenates and softens skin and hair, relieves joint and muscle pain and helps control acne. It is commonly used by physicians to heal serious thermal injuries and by dentists, dermatologists and optometrists to reduce swelling and inflammation. Internally, aloe is effective as a treatment for constipation, stomach ulcers, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure and a host of other health problems.
Citing case studies and current research, Diane Gage presents a balanced and many-faceted view of the virtues of this amazing plant. She discusses the biological properties of aloe vera, explaining its power to heal the human body, and traces the ways the plant has been used throughout history by cultures as diverse as the ancient Egyptians, Arabs and Native Americans. Full of practical advice on using aloe and growing it at home.
ALOE VERA provides everything you need to know about the planet’s natural healer.