Comprehensive review highlights Aloe vera's versatile biological activities and its potential applications in medicine and cosmetics while addressing its safety concerns.
By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc.Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc.Jul 11 2024 In a recent review article published in the journal Food s, researchers in Italy and Portugal investigated the diverse biological activities of Aloe vera , emphasizing its potential in both cosmetic and medicinal applications. AV is a versatile plant with numerous health benefits that thrive in hot, dry regions.
Antiviral and Antimicrobial Properties of AV AV, in various forms, offers several medical benefits across different health conditions. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties, with its extracts showing effects comparable to or better than common anti-inflammatory drugs like diclofenac. AV helps stabilize cell membranes, inhibit protein denaturation, and regulate inflammation-related genes.
In hepatoprotection and renoprotection, AV protects liver and kidney tissues from toxins and oxidative stress, promoting detoxification and reducing inflammation. Studies have demonstrated AV's protective effects against various hepatotoxins and nephrotoxins in experimental models. It also offers cardioprotective benefits, protecting the heart from drug-induced toxicity and improving heart tissue health.
Conclusions Due to its hydrating and soothing properties, AV is extensively used in cosmetics, including soaps, sunscreens, anti-aging treatments, and moisturizers. It is also utilized in non-alcoholic hand sanitizers for its humectant and healing capabilities. In the food industry, AV gel acts as a natural preservative and edible coating on fruits and vegetables, enhancing shelf life by reducing ripening and preserving quality through antioxidant and antimicrobial effects.
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