Six Benefits of the Aloe Vera

Aloe vera has been a staple in many homes for years. Aside from being a decorative plant (it is a thick, short-stemmed plant that is surprisingly easy to keep alive), it also has an annual market value of about $13 billion globally. It is used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries, and is known as a popular treatment for burns. Yet is that all there is to the mighty aloe?

Below is a list of its (possible and proven) benefits.

1. Possible breast cancer-busting properties

A new study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests that the aloe plant can …read more