Abstract

A REVIEW OF ALOE VERA WITH DIFFERENT APPLICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Jaspreet Kaur* and Prabhjot Kaur

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Abstract

The Asphodelaceae family includes Aloe Vera, which is a perennial herb and commonly known as Ghrit Kumari in India. It has been utilized as an antibacterial agent, antioxidant, anti-obesity, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer agent since ancient times. It has been discovered in many regions of the world, including the United States, the West Indies, the Bahamas, Mexico, Central America, Arabia, and other countries of Asia and the world in general. It is known by several names in various countries. A range of chemical and bioactive components are attributed for varied properties and making it a therapeutic plant. Aloe Vera is being used as a cosmetic, to prepare aloe Vera juice, and in a range of meals, as well as to make capsules. This review article sheds light on numerous Aloe Vera qualities in comprehensive aspect by evaluating several experiments and publications from other researchers.

Keywords: Aloe Vera, pharmaceutical properties, antioxidant, antimicrobial, medicinal properties.