Symmetry
Products with Aloe: Aloe Plus,
Extreme Fuel, Ultra Vitality, Genesis
Aloe
is best known for its ability to improve
the healing of minor burns and skin irritations
when applied topically. Aloe’s immune
supporting activity has also been well
documented. Several different constituents
including acemannan and aloeride are thought
to be the active immune supporting constituents
in aloe. Acemannan, a major carbohydrate
fraction of aloe gel supports healthy
immune responses. Acemannan appears to
stimulate the activity on dendritic cells,
highly specialized cells that are amongst
the first cells to come in contact with
foreign bodies and are the most important
accessory cells for the initiation of
a primary immune response.
Aloeride
has recently been characterized as an
immune system stimulant in aloe vera juice.
Aloeride appears to activate macrophages,
special immune system cells responsible
for scavenging and eliminating foreign
bodies, including invading microorganisms.
Aloe
vera has also been found to contain a
phenolic compound with antioxidant activity.
This antioxidant activity is suggested
to support the health of the liver probably
due to its inhibition of lipid peroxidation.
The
benefits attributed to Aloe ingestion
include:
Support
gastrointestinal tract health and support
regularity
Support cardiovascular system health,
help maintain normal blood lipid levels
Antioxidant activity prevent damage caused
by free radicals
Support immune system function
The
benefits attributed to topical Aloe application
are:
Soothing
and healing effects on minor burns and
skin irritations.
Supports overall health and vitality of
the skin
Moisturizes and softens the skin for a
more youthful appearance
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