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Aloe vera is a popular plant with many uses. A common ingredient in modern cosmetic products, aloe vera is well-known for its many skin benefits. But this versatile plant, whose leaves and gel also have culinary uses, has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. While the Ancient Greeks considered it a universal panacea, the Ancient Egyptians referred to aloe vera as the “plant of immortality.”

 

In traditional Indian medicine, aloe vera is known as a natural remedy for colic, constipation, skin diseases and infections. In some parts of the Caribbean, aloe vera is used to treat hypertension. Mexican Americans also use aloe vera to treat Type 2 diabetes. Meanwhile, in China, aloe vera is highly recommended for fungal diseases. Other notable uses for aloe vera include as a natural remedy for burns and wounds, and as an alternative medicine for gastrointestinal disorders.

 

In a recent study, researchers at the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine explored another use for aloe vera — something that isn’t as widely discussed but is just as significant as its beneficial effects on the skin. The researchers screened aloe vera for the active compounds responsible for its antiviral activities, particularly against influenza A. Influenza A is a virus that attacks the respiratory system and is one of the most common causes of the flu. Influenza A infections can be serious and can cause widespread outbreaks.

 

Read More: Add antiviral to the list of benefits aloe vera can provide