How to Use Aloe Vera to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

The properties of the aloe vera plant are thought to help reduce inflammation and soothe irritation. Since the key symptom of rheumatoid arthritis is painful inflammation of the joints, topical application of aloe vera may help to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

 

See your doctor to determine how to best treat rheumatoid arthritis. Obtain the correct diagnosis in order to know how to incorporate aloe vera use into your treatment regimen. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disorder of the immune system that causes inflammation of the joints and tissues, due to the body's immune system attacking its own healthy tissue. This condition can also affect your organs.

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   Apply aloe vera gel to your joints, as necessary, to treat rheumatoid arthritis. For best results, use the gel directly from the plant for use in aloe vera treatment. The anti-inflammatory properties can help ease the pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis to give you temporary relief.
   • Cut a leaf off from a mature aloe vera plant using a sharp pair of scissors, and peel away the outer leaf to reveal the clear gel inside. Use your fingers to get the gel out of the plant. Alternatively, cut off the end of the leaf and squeeze out the gel; you may not get as much aloe vera use this way, however.
   • Spread the aloe gel onto the areas that are bothering you the most. Apply it as you would any other lotion.
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   Drink aloe vera juice to help treat rheumatoid arthritis. Start in small doses to see how your body reacts to the aloe vera treatment and to help avoid potential side effects. Begin with 2 to 3 oz. of aloe juice once per day, and work up to 3 times per day. This may help with any inflammation that has occurred inside your body, including your digestive system, since rheumatoid arthritis can affect your organs as well.
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   Use an aloe vera treatment with other remedies in order to fully treat rheumatoid arthritis. Aloe vera use alone is not sufficient for treating rheumatoid arthritis. Your doctor will be able to help you determine a full course of action to better serve your symptoms.

Ultimate way of use of AloeVera

Ultimate way of use of AloeVera

Topical Aloe Uses

1. Pamper yourself to a soothing body rub. Slice aloe leaves lengthwise and use the inner sides as a biodegradable body scrub in the shower.

2. Treat burns from minor mishaps in the kitchen—from grease splatters or hot utensils.

3. For more major kitchen mishaps like a scald, mix some aloe gel and vitamin E oil into a little jar for a homemade burn healer.

4. Banish black and blue bruises by swapping on the good goo.

5. Soothe and heal sunburns the feel-good way. Aloe contains cooling properties similar to menthol.

6. Take the sting or itch out of insect bites.

7. Reduce tissue damage from frostbite.

8. Alleviate mysterious rashes.

9. Make feet baby soft with an exfoliating foot mask by mixing together a half cup of oatmeal, a half cup of corn meal, four tbsp. of aloe vera gel and a half cup of unscented body lotion.

10. Help heal herpes outbreaks.

11. Fight Athlete's Foot.

12. Swab over blisters for quick relief.

13. Use as an antidote to allergic skin reactions.

14. Replace creams and lotions as a general moisturizer for dry skin. Aloe is fast absorbing!

15. Prevent pesky pimples and treat acne.

16. Soothe Psoriasis.

17. Prevent scarring and stretch marks.

18. Help rid of Rosacea.

19. Shrink warts.

20. Reverse signs of aging skin and wrinkles. Cleopatra did!

21. Help eliminate Eczema.

22. Brighten skin. Aloe can decrease pigmentation and dark spots.

23. Make skin new again with an exfoliating, organic sugar scrub by mixing together two tbsp. of aloe vera, 2 tbsp. of organic brown sugar and 1 tsp. of organic lemon juice.

24. For rougher patches mix together an organic salt skin scrub using two cups of sea salt, one cup of aloe vera, one cup of organic coconut oil and two tbsp. of local, organic honey.

25. Speed up hair growth by massaging aloe into the scalp, letting it sit for 30 minutes, and rinsing.

26. Reduce hair dandruff by mixing aloe vera juice with coconut milk and wheat germ oil. Massage into scalp and rinse.

27. Replace aloe with conditioner for silkier, smoother hair.

28. Remove eye makeup.

29. Treat minor vaginal irritations.

29. Treat minor vaginal irritations.

30. Drink aloe vera juice to relieve gastrointestinal disorders like indigestion.

31. Sip it to aid in elimination. Many times, it's recommended for its laxative effects.

32. Take a swig to reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome including bloating and discomfort.

33. Take aloe orally to relieve heartburn, arthritis and rheumatism pain.

34. Boil leaves in a pan of water and breathe in the vapor to alleviate asthma.

35. Drink to lower blood sugar levels—especially for diabetics.

36. Strengthen gums and promote strong, healthy teeth by taking orally or use toothpaste with aloe vera ingredients.

37. Drink to help ease congestion, stomach ulcers, colitis, hemorrhoids, urinary tract infections and prostate problems.

38. Take orally to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides for a healthy heart.

39. Sip to minimize inflammation and infection of the eye and ear.

40. Toast to its general detoxifier and health boosting qualities!