ALOE VERA: A SHORT REVIEW

By A. Surjushe, R. Vasani, D. Saple. Indian Journal of Dermatology, 2008

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Aloe vera is a natural product that is now a day frequently used in the field of cosmetology. Though there are various indications for its use, controlled trials are needed to determine its real efficacy. The aloe vera plant, its properties, mechanism of action and clinical uses are briefly reviewed in this article.

Subfields: Complementary and alternative medicine, Nutrition and Dietetics, Plant Science

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Immunostimulatory effect of Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) on non-specific immune response, immune gene expression, and experimental challenge with Saprolegnia parasitica in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) (2019, neutral): “A wide range of immunostimulants such as proteins, lipids, vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, and salicylic acid are present in Aloe vera plant that help increase fish growth and immunity (Surjushe et al., 2008; Adesuyi et al., 2012).”
Biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles from Aloe vera leaf extract and antifungal activity against Rhizopus sp. and Aspergillus sp. (2015, background): “About 75 active components present in Aloe vera plant including vitamins, enzymes, lignin, saponins, salicylic acid, amino acids, sugars and minerals (Table 1) (Surjushe et al. 2008).”