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Benefits of Aloe Vera for Lip and Mouth Health


Aloe vera, including plants that are resistant to drought. Aloe vera only needs a little water to live. Aloe vera has long been believed to have many benefits for health and beauty so that it is often used as medicine and cosmetics. In fact, according to legend, Cleopatra uses aloe vera to maintain the softness of her skin. There are many vitamins in aloe, including vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, B3, B6, and B12. Vitamins A, C and E are important antioxidants to fight free radicals and boost immunity. Vitamin C can help heal wounds, form collagen and maintain skin firmness. Vitamin A is good for eye health, while Vitamin E can prevent blood clots.   Hair fertility and skin moisture and youthfulness can also be obtained from the benefits offered by aloe vera. Not surprisingly, aloe vera is included in many skin and hair care products. Burns on the skin due to sun exposure can also be cooled with aloe. The enzymes contained in aloe vera can also break down fat and help facilitate digestion. For oral health, aloe vera also has many benefits.

Here are 5 benefits of aloe vera for healthy lips and mouth:

1. Relieve mouth inflammation According to research entitled "Pharmacological attribute of Aloe vera: Revalidation through experimental and clinical studies" published at the National Center for Biotechnology Information, United States, revealed that aloe vera can help relieve patients suffering from Oral Lichen Planus (OLP). OLP is inflammation in the mouth (inner cheeks, gums, tongue or palate) which causes a burning sensation and pain.   The study was conducted by applying aloe vera gel therapy to 54 OLP patients. As a result, 81% of patients improved in week 8 and said the burning disappeared from their mouths. Therefore, aloe vera in the form of a gel can be considered as a safe alternative treatment for OLP patients.

2. Moisturize Dry and Chapped Lips Aloe vera contains polysaccharides which according to research published in "Journal of Chinese Integrative Medicine (2013) can increase the production of collagen and new skin cells and slow down cell damage. Therefore, aloe vera is processed into many ingredients contained in lip balm or lip balm products. .   You can also use fresh aloe vera as a natural lip moisturizer. Squeeze aloe vera gel and lightly apply to the lips three times a day, this helps cleanse the lips and moisturize them.

3. Relieve sore throat In the book Sehat Sehat Easy written by Prof. Dr. Ir. Ali Khomsan and Prof. Dr. Ir. Faisal Anwar, explained aloe vera can be consumed as juice and efficacious for persistent cough and sore throat. Aloe vera also contains active components of aloin, glucoman, barbaloin, glycoside and anthraquinone. Aloin in aloe vera is antiseptic and antibiotic. Because it is antiseptic, the bacteria that causes throat pain can be reduced.

4. Healthy teeth and gums Similar to its benefits on the skin, on the mouth, aloe vera can also cleanse and give a calming effect on teeth and gums. Aloe vera which is processed into toothpaste gel can help eliminate bacteria in the mouth, so it can help prevent cavities. Aloe vera gel also does not contain abrasive elements like those found in ordinary toothpaste, so it is good for people who have sensitive teeth and gums.

5. Eliminating Bad Breath Aloe vera can be processed into mouthwashes or mouthwash which can reduce bad breath. When the body is sick, usually the mouth will feel dry and the tongue feels bitter. Consumption of aloe vera can reduce the bitter taste in the mouth, provide freshness and improve appetite when you are not feeling well.

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