Aloe tincture - medicinal properties and application

Aloe (agave) is an incredibly common plant, famous for its healing properties. Its leaves contain a high concentration of antioxidants and vitamins, making it an affordable therapeutic agent with high efficiency. With the help of aloe, they treat infectious and colds, it promotes the regeneration of tissues and mucous membranes.

But to enhance the therapeutic effect, tinctures are made on the basis of aloe and additional components. Most often, this is honey, essential oils, and necessarily an alcohol component (vodka or wine). Such homemade drugs are used to treat many diseases: from the common cold to chronic inflammation of the internal organs.

The healing properties of aloe

Aloe is a plant that can be found on almost every windowsill. His homeland is South Africa, but even beyond its aisles the agave feels comfortable. Its most valuable component is the juice contained in the fleshy leaves. It is used only freshly squeezed, because when actively interacting with oxygen, biologically active components are destroyed. To extract from the juice of all volatile and preserve them for a long time, alcohol is used, which acts as a preservative. This allows you to prepare a large amount of funds for future use, which is especially important for long-term therapies.

Agave is characterized by the following unique properties:

1. Vitamins A, C, E included in its composition are natural antioxidants, the main purpose of which is the fight against free radicals that accelerate aging. They promote skin regeneration and maximize tissue oxygen consumption.
2. It has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects on the body due to the high concentration of salicylic acid.
3. Antraglycosides improve intestinal motility and increase the production of gastric juice. One of their secondary values ​​is ensuring the full absorption of vitamins and minerals in the digestive tract.
4. The barbaloin present in aloe juice is a natural antibiotic that has been shown to be effective in suppressing the microbial bacteria that trigger tuberculosis.
5. Polysaccharides stimulate local immunity, preserve the skin's natural moisture, protect it from the negative effects of UV rays. They also have high antiviral activity.

Scope of aloe based tinctures

Taking into account additional components, tinctures from aloe can be used both internally and externally. Among the diseases in the fight against which the agave is most effective, include:

1. Chronic gastrointestinal diseases: gastritis, ulcerative lesions of the stomach and intestines, irritation of the mucosa.
2. Seasonal viral and bacterial infections accompanied by painful swallowing and stuffy nose.
3. Respiratory problems: sinusitis, sinusitis, bronchitis.
4. With the growth of pathogenic microorganisms: staphylococci, streptococci, dysenteric and diphtheria bacilli.

Externally, tincture of aloe can be used for purulent skin lesions, abscesses and trophic ulcers. It contributes to the rapid recovery of the epidermis in case of burns, and due to the bactericidal component it copes well with dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis.

Contraindications to the use of aloe tinctures

Despite the tremendous beneficial effect exerted by the agave on the body, there are a number of cases when it is better to abandon it. The use of the product is prohibited when:

• high blood pressure;
• violation of the genitourinary system;
• heavy menstruation, turning into bleeding;
• fibrotic neoplasms;
• gallbladder disease;
• in the last trimester of pregnancy.

Fresh aloe tincture recipes

To prepare a tincture based on the agave at home, the most important thing is to squeeze and preserve the juice correctly. For this, you can use only the leaves of plants whose age is at least three years. Thoroughly rinse them under running water, dry and grind in any convenient way: rubbing on a grater or crushing in a blender. The resulting cake should be passed through a fine sieve or gauze, squeezing it well, so you can get pure juice.

Useful advice: when working with natural ingredients, try to use glass, ceramic or wooden utensils. It is better to abandon metal and plastic, as they will oxidize the components.

Aloe tincture with honey recipes
This is the most popular version of tincture based on agave, including natural honey. It is used in the fight against tuberculosis, bronchitis, rheumatism and bacterial infection of any localization. For tincture of radiculitis or rheumatism, you will need:

• 3 tbsp freshly squeezed aloe juice;
• 2-3 tbsp honey;
• 50 ml of water.

In a deep glass plate, mix the agave juice and honey, pour hot water. So that honey does not lose its healing properties, the water temperature should not exceed 65 ° C. The resulting solution should be left for 2-5 minutes in a water bath. The consistency should be identical to the classic ointment. Before use, it must be cooled and rubbed with massage movements into the inflamed parts of the body. To achieve the best effect, the place with the applied product can be covered with polyethylene or cling film and additionally wrapped in a warm scarf or towel. Optimal to carry out 30 daily procedures.

To combat cataracts, you can make home remedies from honey and juice of the agave. Mix these two components in equal proportions and rinse their eyes several times a day.

Tincture of aloe leaves and vodka
One of the proven combinations is the use of detailed aloe leaves and vodka (ideally, it is better to use alcohol). This is a multifunctional tool that helps in the care of problem skin and stimulates the immune system. Take freshly prepared aloe juice and mix it with vodka in a 4: 1 ratio. Mix well, pour into a glass container with a lid and put in a cool dark place (such as a refrigerator) for 10 days. The resulting product must be taken orally by 1 tablespoon before breakfast and dinner for 30 days. Preferably half an hour before a meal. It can also be an alternative to cosmetic tonics, but women with dry skin must definitely consider the alcohol in the composition, which can overdry it.

In case of external use of tincture for wounds, burns, ulcers, it is necessary to moisten a cotton pad and treat the damaged area of ​​the skin. Bactericidal components of the drug kill pathogenic microflora, stimulating suppuration and irritation of the epithelium.

Alcohol infusion can be used in the case of dental diseases. They moisten the damaged areas and rinse your mouth.

Aloe tincture with red wine and honey

Aloe and Coconut Oil Tincture
For those who want to restore their former shine and stop their active hair loss, naturopaths recommend making homemade tincture of aloe leaves and coconut oil (you can buy it in stores selling eco-friendly products). To prepare it you will need:

• 2 tsp fresh agave juice;
• 2 tsp fresh coconut oil;
• 2 tbsp honey.

All components must be mixed and left to interact for 1 hour. We apply the resulting composition to clean, wet hair, leave for 10 minutes, then rinse with water. The procedure must be repeated several times a week.

Aloe and butter tincture
With prolonged bronchitis and pneumonia, you can use this recipe. 1 tbsp fresh agave juice mixed with 100 grams of softened butter and 3 tbsp. honey. Everything is thoroughly mixed. The resulting product can be eaten 2 times a day for 1 tsp. As a rule, significant relief in the course of the disease occurs already on the 3rd day.

Before taking any of the above tinctures, make sure that you are not allergic to any of its constituents. For safe treatment, do not exceed recommended dosages, as this can cause poisoning. Those who take medications at the same time must first clarify the possibility of taking a centenary with a doctor. As for the treatment of children with aloe juice, any alcohol tinctures are excluded (especially if the child is less than 10 years old).

Aloe is an unpretentious, but incredibly valuable plant that has a multi-purpose effect on the body. It will help strengthen immunity and normalize metabolic processes, get rid of acne and forget about problems with the intestines. In combination with the natural components of aloe, it returns the skin a natural radiance and helps strengthen the hair follicle.

Video: how to apply aloe