Aloe Arborescens, a wonder of nature
Properties and benefits of the Aloe plant have been known since ancient times.
For over five millennia, Aloe has been considered a kind of “natural healer”*.
It played a primary role in the pharmacology of many ancient civilizations, including Egyptians, Assyrians, Indians, Mayans, and Romans.
In 1862, George Ebers discovered on an Egyptian papyrus dating back to 1500 BC one of the most detailed accounts of how Aloe was already known since ancient times.
A series of formulas for use (mixed with other natural products) were documented, along with a list of the countless properties of this plant for treating various ailments.
For Cleopatra, the use of Aloe combined with milk baths was miraculous for her beauty.
Plants of the Aloe genus
Aloe is a perennial, succulent plant belonging to the Aloaceae family.
Widespread practically worldwide, it prefers hot and dry climates.
In Italy, the plant is widespread along the coasts and always in areas where the temperature does not drop below freezing.
There are several hundred species, but the best known and studied are Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis) and Aloe Arborescens.
Aloe Arborescens has smaller leaves than Aloe Vera, a lower amount of internal gel, but a higher concentration of active ingredients.
This makes it superior in therapeutic properties compared to Aloe Vera, but less used because its lower yield in production makes its cost significantly higher.
Main components [2]*
Aloe Arborescens contains the following elements in its entirety, pulp and cuticle:
Carbohydrates
The most important polysaccharide not only quantitatively but especially for its phytotherapeutic activity is acemannan, as it stimulates the functions of the immune system.
Vitamins and minerals
Vitamin A, E, C, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, Folic acid, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Chromium, Iron, Manganese, Zinc.
Amino acids and enzymes
Contains 20 essential amino acids for humans. In particular Tryptophan, Phenylalanine, Serine, and Histidine. The presence of these four amino acids in significantly higher amounts compared to Aloe Vera explains why ALOE ARBORESCENS has a greater analgesic effect.
Anthraquinones
Phenolic compounds that produce a laxative and antimicrobial effect, promoting the absorption of substances in the intestinal tract. Noteworthy is Aloin, which has an antitumor action.
Acetylsalicylic acid
Better known as Aspirin, it is known for its protective properties for the heart muscle and the vascular system.
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS:
Four plants are essential for human life: wheat, the vine, the olive tree, and aloe. The first nourishes, the second delights the heart, the third harmonizes, the fourth heals.
Properties and benefits of the Aloe plant
Recognized antioxidant properties [1]*
Vitamins B2, C, and E, minerals (manganese and copper), anthraquinone and phenolic molecules present in Aloe Arborescens, perform powerful antioxidant actions capable of neutralizing the numerous free radicals that cause degenerative diseases and mutations in general and lead to the onset of aging processes and precancerous conditions.
Manganese and copper perform antioxidant and anti-aging actions for the entire body and especially for the skin.
A similar effect, but through different mechanisms, is provided by vitamin B2.
Vitamin C is a typical antioxidant of the intracellular environment (especially of white blood cells).
Vitamin E performs the same function as vitamin C, but at the level of the lipids in the cell membrane.
Peculiar anti-aging properties [2]*
Aloe Arborescens has a true rejuvenating effect on the individual's appearance. One reason for this power has been identified in the plant's ability to increase fibroblast production by 6 to 8 times.
Fibroblasts are cells located in the dermis responsible for producing collagen, a support protein that makes the skin elastic and firm.
In the aging process, fibroblasts slow down their production, both qualitatively and quantitatively, of collagen and consequently the skin loses elasticity, becomes dry and scaly, and wrinkles become more visible.
Aloe helps by increasing the activity of fibroblasts, consequently also increasing collagen.
The final result?
The skin aging process slows down and at the same time it will be more hydrated, more elastic, and firmer, reorganizing the normal structure of the skin itself and reducing wrinkles.
Evident antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties [3]*
Each of these properties is carried out by specific molecules present in Aloe Arborescens.
Cinnamic acid and Chrysophanic acid counteract the development of bacteria and fungi. In particular, Chrysophanic acid acts on fungi that can settle in the intestine; besides being fungicidal, it also has a laxative and cleansing effect, allowing effective removal of toxic waste produced by the intestine.
Aloetic Acid and Aloins, together with acemannan, have antibiotic properties. The coordinated and synergistic action of these specific molecules, particularly abundant in Aloe Arborescens, enhances the final effect by helping to strengthen the immune system.
Specific Anti-inflammatory and Pain-relieving Properties [4]*
These 2 properties are the best-known and most appreciated phytotherapeutic characteristics of Aloe Arborescens. Its calming and soothing action on tissues resembles that of synthetic steroid drugs, but without producing the typical side effects of these drugs.
The anti-inflammatory components of Aloe Arborescens are identified in 3 plant steroid molecules:
1) Campesterol
2) β-sitosterol
3) Luteolin
In addition to these molecules, acemannan and bradykinase also contribute to the anti-inflammatory effect. This intense anti-inflammatory activity also has soothing and pain-relieving effects.
Distinctive wound healing and epithelial growth stimulating properties (cellular regeneration) [5]*
Since the time of Alexander the Great, Aloe has been used to treat wounds and burns of various kinds. The wound healing property appears complementary and related to the plant's anti-inflammatory capacity.
Aloe participates in the wound healing process through 2 components:
1) The high molecular weight component of acemannan
2) The low molecular weight component of anthraquinones
In particular, a recent study by the University Federico II of Naples, conducted with Aloe Arborescens extract obtained through our exclusive whole-leaf processing method, promotes cellular regeneration.
Amazing immunomodulating and immunostimulating properties [6]*
Acemannan is a powerful immune system stimulant. It works by stimulating and promoting the release of substances that boost the immune system. Thanks to the action of polysaccharides, the skin's immune system is also strengthened, providing protection against damage caused by ultraviolet rays.
The extraordinary actions of acemannan and polysaccharides lead to the enhancement and modulation of the immune system.
Gastrointestinal tonic and gastroprotective activity [7]*
Aloe Arborescens normalizes the structure and function of the gastrointestinal wall. It improves intestinal bacterial flora, reduces abdominal spasms, and promotes the improvement of gastritis, ulcers (peptic and duodenal), and irritable bowel syndrome. These properties are attributed to its ability to coat and protect the stomach walls.
Unique hypoglycemic properties[8]*
Numerous experiments have shown a definite hypoglycemic effect of Aloe, both in subjects with diabetes mellitus and in patients with insulin-independent diabetes. This effect is due to the presence of Erborano Ae B, two fractions of acemannan, which prove particularly effective in causing a drastic reduction in fasting blood sugar. In addition to lowering blood sugar, administering Aloe Arborescens to diabetic patients can heal skin ulcers often associated with diabetic syndrome.
Antitumor [9]*
Numerous studies have demonstrated the properties and benefits of the Aloe plant, as well as its therapeutic potential in inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. In particular, a recent experiment by the University Federico II of Naples, carried out with Aloe arborescens extract obtained using our exclusive whole-leaf processing method, highlighted a clear antiproliferative effect on skin tumor cells.
Also well known are the story and the Aloe Arborescens preparation by Father Romano Zago, beautifully narrated in the books:
“Cancer can be cured” which you can find here:
“Aloe is not a medicine yet it heals” which you can find here:
Prof. Paolo Lissoni, Oncologist at San Gerardo Hospital in Monza, conducted an experiment on 240 patients with neoplasia, treated with and without Aloe Arborescens, =>click here to read the experiment results<=
The active ingredients contained in Aloe Arborescens, if used correctly, have a healthful effect on the entire body.
Let's start by analyzing the beneficial effects on the digestive system [10]*.
Stomach:
The presence of mucopolysaccharides, very rich in Aloe Arborescens, allows it to develop:
– Effective protection of the stomach lining from the high acidity of gastric juice.
– It also inhibits the development of Helicobacter pylori.
– A soothing effect on gastritis and esophagitis.
Intestine:
The properties of Aloe Arborescens for the intestine are a godsend, as they constitute an excellent remedy against:
– Intestinal sluggishness and constipation, by increasing intestinal peristalsis and having a purifying, liberating effect thanks to the presence of anthraquinones.
– Diarrhea: contrary to what one might think due to the presence of Aloin which has purifying effects, aloe can resolve this condition thanks to its antibacterial and antiseptic active ingredients, restoring stomach function.
How is it possible that Aloe juice is excellent against both constipation and diarrhea? Because it contains active ingredients useful for fighting both disorders, this is one of the most fascinating features of herbal medicine.
Beneficial effects of Aloe on the cardiovascular system [11]*:
Taking Aloe (the advice is always to take extracts made with Aloe Arborescens, as it has a higher concentration of active ingredients compared to the more common Aloe Vera. To find out why Aloe Vera is good, but Aloe Arborescens is better, you just have to click here) allows you to gain enormous benefits for the cardiovascular system.
The unique composition of Aloe Arborescens, which contains high amounts of dietary fiber, vitamins, antioxidant compounds, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and trace elements, is useful for effective prevention and improvement of the optimal balance between HDL cholesterol and LDL cholesterol, counteracting dangerous fat deposits in the arteries.
The final effect is a detoxification with the elimination of toxins; moreover, Father Romano Zago, the world's leading promoter of the original recipe for Aloe Arborescens juice preparation,states that:
"This remedy acts like a broom to thoroughly cleanse the blood"
It is the ideal way to reboot your body and start improving overall health.
Immune system benefits[12]*:
The recognized and scientifically proven immunostimulant and immunomodulatory property of Aloe is due to the presence of active ingredients that help strengthen the immune system, one of which is acemannan.
– It is the progenitor of carbohydrates, performs important actions on the gastrointestinal system, and strengthens the immune system. It triggers an immune response that stimulates cells against external attacks from various factors such as viruses, bacteria, and seasonal allergies.
A complete and detailed list of all the active ingredients present in Aloe juice that help strengthen the immune system can be found here.
By taking Aloe, your immune system will immediately become stronger and thus able to defend you from external threats.
The benefits of Aloe on the respiratory system[13]*
Thanks to the germicidal action of some anthraquinones, combined with the soothing and healing effects of mucopolysaccharides and plant sterols, Aloe proves to be a highly effective remedy against allergic rhinitis.
If you suffer from allergic rhinitis, the advice is to take Aloe before the spring period (January-February), and you will see that during the pollen season your discomfort will be drastically reduced.
N.B. Do not use aloe if you already have rhinitis; in this case, the remedy does not work. You need to act preventively.
The antitumor action of Aloe Arborescens[14]*
It is also used to counteract physical weakening caused by chemotherapy treatment.
Several scientific studies and research by oncologists have demonstrated the antitumor capabilities of Aloe.
To read and explore the topic further, click here.
We can conclude by stating that Aloe has excellent detoxifying and purifying effects, supporting the functions of the liver, kidneys, and the body in general. A body free from toxins accumulated due to psychophysical stress, environmental pollution, poor diet, hectic lifestyle, inappropriate diet, lack of sleep is certainly better able to defend itself and maintain a state of good overall health, preserving both organic defenses and cellular and tissue repair mechanisms.
Cosmetic properties of Aloe Arborescens
The extract applied locally is particularly effective because the active substances, rather than remaining on the surface, penetrate the skin tissue thanks to the presence of lignin.
– Greater skin hydration thanks to polysaccharides;
– An increased deposition of collagen and elastin, due to the stimulation of dermal fibroblasts. This gives the ability to reduce the tendency of aged skin to wrinkle;
– Reduced skin pigmentation and therefore a reduction of skin spots;
– A strengthening of the skin's immune system.
MAHATMA GANDHI:
You ask me what the secret was of the strength that sustained me during my long fasts; well, it was my intoxicating faith in God, my simple and frugal life, and the aloe, whose benefits I discovered upon arriving in South Africa in the last years of the century.
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To your well-being!
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
[1] Bruce W.G.G. 1975. Medicinal properties in Aloe. Excelsa 57-58.
[2] Kodym, A., 1991. The main chemical components contained in fresh leaves and in a dry extract from three-year-old Aloe Arborescens Mill. grown in hothouses Pharmazie 46, 217-219
[3] Bruce W.G.G. 1967. Investigations of antibacterial activity in Aloe. South Africa Journal 41, 984
[4] Yamamoto, M., Masui, T,. Sugiyama, K., Yokota., Nagakomi, K., Nazakawa, H., 1991. Anti-inflammatory active constituents of Aloe Arborescens Miller
[5] Biochemical and Cellular Approach to Explore the Antiproliferative and Prodifferentiative Activity of Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract
(Blanda Di Luccia,1 Nicola Manzo,1 Maria Vivo,1 Eugenio Galano,2 Angela Amoresano,2 Elvira Crescenzi,4 Alessandra Pollice,1 Raffaella Tudisco,3 Federico Infascelli3 and Viola Calabrò1)
1Department of Structural and Functional Biology, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
2Department of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
3Department of Animal Science and Food Inspection, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
4Institute of Endocrinology and Experimental Oncology, CNR, via S. Pansini, 580131, Naples, Italy
[6] Brossant, J.Y., Ledeaut, J., Ralamboranto, L., Rakotovao, L.H. Solar, S., Gueguen, A., Coulanges, P., 1981. Immunostimulating properties of an extract isolated from Aloe vahombe. Archives Institut Pasteur Madagascar 48, 11-34
[7] Bland, J., 1985. Effect of orally consumed Aloe juice on gastrointestinal function in normal humans. preventive medicine 14, 152-154
[8] Dr. O.P. Agarwal – Prevention of Atheromatous Heart Disease, Angiology, The Journal of Vascular Diseases. Antidiabetic activity of Aloe: preliminary clinical and experimental observation. Horm. Res., Vol. 24, no 4, pp. 288-294
[9] I) A Randomized Study of Chemotherapy Versus Biochemotherapy with Chemotherapy plus Aloe Arborescens in Patients with Metastatic Cancer (PAOLO LISSONI1, FRANCO ROVELLI1, FERNANDO BRIVIO2, ROMANO ZAGO3, MASSIMO COLCIAGO4, GIUSEPPINA MESSINA1, ADELIO MORA1 and GIORGIO PORRO1).
1Division of Radiation Oncology, 2Division of Surgery, St. Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Milan; 3Aloe Foundation, Isernia; 4I.N.R.C.A Laboratory of Analysis, Lecco, Italy
II) Biochemical and Cellular Approach to Explore the Antiproliferative and Prodifferentiative Activity of Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract
(Blanda Di Luccia,1 Nicola Manzo,1 Maria Vivo,1 Eugenio Galano,2 Angela Amoresano,2 Elvira Crescenzi,4 Alessandra Pollice,1* Raffaella Tudisco,3 Federico Infascelli3 and Viola Calabrò1)
1Department of Structural and Functional Biology, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
2Department of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
3Department of Animal Science and Food Inspection, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
4Institute of Endocrinology and Experimental Oncology, CNR, via S. Pansini, 580131, Naples, Italy
III) CANCER THERAPY 23 clinical cases of malignant tumors CURED WITHOUT CHEMOTHERAPY – Nacci Giuseppe (2013)
[10] Bland, J., 1985. Effect of orally consumed Aloe juice on gastrointestinal function in normal humans. preventive medicine 14, 152-154
[11] Tizard, I., Carpenter R.H. Kemp, M., Beppu, H., Fujita, K., 1993. Antigastric ulcer effects of Aloe Arborescens Mill. var. natalensis Berger. Phytotherapy Research7, S34-S36
[12] Marshall, G.D., Druck, J.P., 1993. In vitro stimulation of NK activity by acemannan.
[13] Shida, T., Yagi, A., Nishimura, H., Nishioka, I., 1985. Effect of Aloe extract on peripheral phagocytosis in adult bronchial asthma. Planta medica 51, 273-275
[14] I) A Randomized Study of Chemotherapy Versus Biochemotherapy with Chemotherapy plus Aloe Arborescens in Patients with Metastatic Cancer (PAOLO LISSONI1, FRANCO ROVELLI1, FERNANDO BRIVIO2, ROMANO ZAGO3, MASSIMO COLCIAGO4, GIUSEPPINA MESSINA1, ADELIO MORA1 and GIORGIO PORRO1).
1Division of Radiation Oncology, 2Division of Surgery, St. Gerardo Hospital, Monza, Milan; 3Aloe Foundation, Isernia; 4I.N.R.C.A Laboratory of Analysis, Lecco, Italy
II) Biochemical and Cellular Approach to Explore the Antiproliferative and Prodifferentiative Activity of Aloe Arborescens Leaf Extract
(Blanda Di Luccia,1 Nicola Manzo,1 Maria Vivo,1 Eugenio Galano,2 Angela Amoresano,2 Elvira Crescenzi,4 Alessandra Pollice,1* Raffaella Tudisco,3 Federico Infascelli3 and Viola Calabrò1)
1Department of Structural and Functional Biology, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
2Department of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
3Department of Animal Science and Food Inspection, University of Naples ‘Federico II’, Naples, Italy
4Institute of Endocrinology and Experimental Oncology, CNR, via S. Pansini, 580131, Naples, Italy
