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7 Things You Should Know About Aloe Water

Emily Lockhart
By: Emily Lockhart on Wednesday, August 19th


It’s come to my attention that a so-called “miracle beverage” has been linked to everything from glowing skin to stronger immunity. That’s right, I’m talking about aloe water, and I want to set the record straight on the merits and safety precautions of aloe water, or aloe juice, before you pass a stocked shelf at the grocery store…

 

1. Aloe Vera History

Aloe vera water is made from the green outer leaf of the aloe vera plant, and although you may have just recently discovered it at your health food store, aloe vera has some serious history.

Aloe Vera, in plant form, dates back nearly 5,000 years to the early Egyptians who used the gel of the plant both orally and topically to treat burns, wounds, and other skin conditions.

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