Aloe Vera - Facts about the plant
Aloe Vera is a plant that belongs to the lily family thus is related to garlic, onion and asparagus (and not cactus - as is often thought!). There are over 200 types of Aloe Vera, of these only 4 or 5 have documented medicinal benefits. Forever Living Products use the most potent (& widely used) variety - Aloe Vera Barbadensis.
There are over 75 known nutrients that have been identified from within the gel. Including:
- vitamins - It contains a wide range - including the anti oxidant vitamins' C and E and Beta Carotene. It also has one of the few plant sources in the world of vitamin B12
- minerals - Those present include - calcium, manganese, zinc, copper, chromium, sodium, magnesium, potassium and iron.
- lignin
- amino acids.
- anthraquinones.
- enzymes
- salycilic acid.
- saponins
Forever Living Products Aloe Vera range use stabilised Aloe Vera gel - this means that the gel used in products is like fresh gel direct from the plant.
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Aloe Vera - How it can help your animal |
Many animal owners have found Aloe Vera based products to be useful in a range of different situations - both everyday or as a helpful addition to the first-aid kit..
If you've any questions please do not hesitate to either email info@taranet.co.uk and/or contact your Veterinary Surgeon for advice.
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Aloe Vera - Information on Usage |
- There are no known contaminants, so can be used with competition animals (e.g. racehorses).
- Topical applications need to be applied more frequently than steroid/antibiotic creams.
- Combined use of Aloe Vera products orally and topically often produces better results in skin conditions.
- No adverse side effects have been reported in over 20 years of usage.
- Has been found to work in conjunction with conventional drugs with no adverse effects.
Please remember that no alternative treatment can replace medical advice from a qualified physician or Veterinary Surgeon - and professional advice should always be sought if your animal is unwell before using any alternative product.
For more information please email us - shop@taranet.co.uk
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