There is a world of information and especially misinformation out there about Aloe.
From grandma's stories to my cousin's advice, or home remedies and natural treatments, which claim to be better than the products on the market.
Before using aloe, it is best to separate fact from fiction.
Here are 7 common myths about aloe (when you read #3 and #6 you'll probably say, "I fell for that too"), and how they came about.
Aloe Myth 1 ; Should aloe be processed in the dark or in the light?
Anyone who is passionate about aloe will have heard or read at least once that the leaves must be processed and consumed in the dark.
Why did the myth of the dark processing of Aloe leaves arise?
Inside the Aloe leaf there are photosensitive active ingredients, which means that these substances tend to dissolve if hit directly by sunlight or artificial light, reducing their effectiveness.
The oxidation of these photosensitive active ingredients also depends on more or less prolonged exposure to direct light.
So what does all this mean?
That you can prepare Aloe when there is no direct exposure to sunlight or artificial light.
You can do this easily during the day in dim light without having to lower the shutters or close the windows in the dark.
To store it, use an amber container or a glass jar covered with silver paper.
And to hire him?
The same rule explained for preparation applies, so it's not necessary to close windows, lower shutters, or anything else.
It is important not to leave the container open and out of the refrigerator for too long, otherwise the preparation will begin to oxidize.
Aloe Myth 2; Aloe and blood type .
Lately, aloe vera and its incompatibility with certain blood types have become increasingly popular.
Let me explain better: some say that Aloe cannot be taken by people who have a certain blood type.
FALSE!
There are no studies, research or experiments to support this thesis.
Feel free to take Aloe whatever your blood type.
Myth 3; Aloin is toxic .
Is aloin toxic? Is it harmful? This is currently the most debated topic in the aloe world. To answer this question, you can read our article dedicated exclusively to this topic. >> READ THE ARTICLE <<
Aloe Myth 4; Go ahead and take aloe vera, as it's a natural product and won't do any harm.
Unfortunately, this is a phrase that is said too often.
Maybe you've heard it from someone who, at all costs, wanted to foist the product on you, or even from someone who in good faith thought it was good advice.
Many people think that since it is a natural, herbal product, free from chemicals, it cannot produce any unwanted effects.
For them the equation natural = harmless applies
Natural is certainly not synonymous with harmless, one must be careful of the possible interactions between Aloe and the organism (drugs, supplements, foods, etc...)
The fact that natural remedies can interact, which can have a positive impact, is a clear sign of their effectiveness and functionality.
If you take Aloe as a preventative measure, that is, to drastically reduce the risk of getting sick, there are no contraindications.
If you have a particular pathology and are taking medication, the advice in these cases is to consult your doctor.
Aloe Myth 5 ; Aloe is a cure-all.
If you're new to Aloe, or even an expert, you've probably heard that Aloe is good for everything. For thousands of years, this myth has been around that Aloe is a panacea for all ills.
Aloe contains over 300 active ingredients, which is why it has earned the title of queen of phytotherapeutic plants . No other plant in nature has such a high number of active ingredients, allowing it to be used universally for various ailments, but not all!
If you have any questions or need more information about using Aloe for a specific problem, contact us and we'll be happy to clarify your concerns. We're available 24/7.
Aloe Myth 6; Aloe juice is better than powder.
That Aloe juice is better than powder is a mistaken belief held by many people, due purely to a “psychological issue”.
This is a belief that has taken root among people over time.
Let us explain better, many are convinced that Aloe in syrup form is better than the powdered one but this is not the case.
Professor Francesco Capasso, one of Italy's leading experts in phytopharmacy, states in his treatise that, in general, the best use of a plant extract is in powder form because it allows the same quantity of active ingredients present in the whole leaf to be maintained.
What you just read is also confirmed by comparative analyses between the juice and the powdered form.
You can see the comparative analyses in the following blog post. >>CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE<<
Aloe Myth 7; I already take Aloe Vera because it's the same as Aloe Arborescens.
More and more people are using Aloe, this fabulous remedy that nature offers us, but not everyone knows the DIFFERENCE between “Aloe Vera” and “Aloe Arborescens”.
1) Aloe Vera is the most common and best-known variety; 99% of companies producing Aloe products use it.
2) Aloe Arborescens is the variety with the HIGHEST concentration of active ingredients overall.
At this point a question might arise spontaneously: “Why, even though its therapeutic properties appear to be superior to those of Aloe Vera, doesn't everyone use Aloe Arborescens?”
The answer is very simple: The lower production yield and the difficulty of industrial processing make its cost decidedly higher.
The high yield of the leaves and the easy transformation of the pulp into a drinkable gel have made Aloe Vera the most used and well-known in the world.
On the contrary, Aloe Arborescens, given the enormous difficulty of processing, which can only be done manually, has been relegated to the background EVEN THOUGH IT IS FAR SUPERIOR IN TERMS OF ACTIVE INGREDIENTS.
Various research studies and recent international literature have highlighted that Aloe Arborescens is much more effective than Aloe Vera when aiming for therapeutic action. In fact, preparations based on Aloe Vera and preparations based on Aloe Arborescens have completely different characteristics and efficacy.
Saying that Aloe Arborescens and Aloe Vera are the same thing because they are still Aloe, is like saying that the 500 and the FERRARI are the same thing, because we are still talking about cars!
We hope this article has clarified things for you.
Our twenty-year experience in this world has allowed us to understand its limits and potential.
You have to be careful of the flood of fantastic information circulating out there that tries to suck you into its vortex.
Once you've been provided with this information, you'll be able to independently determine which information is correct and which might mislead you, lead you astray, and fuel enormous confusion.
We are offering you a crystal-clear view into the world of Aloe.
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