This Is What Happened To My Body When I Ate One Spoon Of Aloe Vera Everyday

Day 1: Were you constipated? Not anymore!

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If you're someone that struggles with constipation then you might be feeling a great deal of relief right about now. Apparently, it's believed that aloe vera has great laxative effects which can encourage the digestion process to speed up and naturally heal our constipation.

Day 2: Suddenly - you're awake

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With all the wonders that aloe vera does to our body (most of which you're going to find out as you read on) it comes as no surprise to hear that the water content, vitamins and minerals have a fantastic effect on us. Just from day two, you might start to have higher levels of energy.

Day 3: Your teeth will be looking a lot cleaner

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Believe it or not, aloe vera has many great properties, and keeping your teeth in check is one of them. If you struggle with plaque on your teeth then you might have noticed that by this day, your teeth are looking better and healthier than they ever have.

Day 4: You'll be pumped full of healthy vitamins

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Vitamins are great for us for a variety of reasons. If you find it hard to get your daily vitamin intake, then you might be well off with aloe vera. It's full of Vitmain C which can have an array of benefits, improving our immune system for example. Don't underestimate the aloe vera!

Day 5: No more cold and flu for you!

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As we all know, catching the cold and flu usually comes from some form of bacteria that we've accidentally ingested. Well, luckily for all of you that are susceptible to these illnesses, aloe vera has antibacterial properties and can help deter than bad bacteria.

Day 6: You'll be a lot more hydrated than you were before

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Did you realize that aloe vera is literally basically water? If you're having that spoon full first thing in the morning then it'll do wonders for the hydration of your body. Have you noticed that you've been craving water a lot less recently? Well, now you know why!

Day 7: If you were struggling with canker sores, you won't be now

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Canker sores are little sores that can appear on the lips and cheeks. Those who suffer will know what I'm talking about. Well, as it stands, aloe vera has been proven to help tackle these annoying sores and so by day seven you might have noticed a big improvement!

Day 8: Goodbye psoriasis!

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Psoriasis is a skin condition that many people are affected by. If you're one of them, have you noticed any changes in your condition since day 1 of your aloe vera journey? If you have, great! Aloe vera has many good properties that can do wonders for our body.

Day 9: Heartburn will be nowhere near as bad

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Heartburn is a menace and is usually caused by acid travelling up the esophagus. However, following studies that proved aloe vera was able to alleviate the symptoms of heartburn, it should hopefully have had an effect on you by now. Have you noticed you've experienced it less?

Day 10: Your gums have never been healthier

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Do you struggle with gum inflammation? Well, you might not be anymore! A study proved that aloe vera was fantastic at treating gum inflammation in the test subjects. While it's more for those who swish aloe vera juice, eating a spoonful a day won't do any harm.

Day 11: Your skin is full of rich moisture

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Aloe vera is great for helping the skin stay healthy in a natural way. While many people actually apply aloe vera to the skin itself, there's no saying that aloe vera doesn't have any benefits when consumed orally. Your skin will definitely be thanking you right about now.

Day 12: No more headaches for you!

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The hydration levels of aloe vera make for more than just adding water to the body. Dehydration can be the cause of main pains and ailments and one of these are headaches. If you're an avid dehydration headache sufferer then you might have noticed them popping up less frequently.

Day 13: Acid reflux is a thing of the past

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Heartburn and acid reflux are pretty similar, but because of the alkalinity of aloe vera, these are tackled very well by the plant gel. Acid reflux can be horrible, especially if you get it regularly, so hopefully by now you're starting to feel some relief.

Day 14: You eyes have never looked so good

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Your eyes need the right vitamins so that they can work as best they can. Fortunately, aloe vera has these vitamins. It's packed full of beta carotene, which is more commonly found in orange and yellow veggies. Have you noticed any changes in your eyesight recently?

Day 15: The calories will be dropping off

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Aloe vera is so low in calories that it really won't make a difference to your calorie intake. Plus, because you're ingesting it, it might help with your appetite throughout the day. Also, it helps the metabolism - so it's literally win, win, win!

Day 16: Brittle hair? Not anymore

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Have you ever heard of the saying; you are what you eat? Well, that's true when it comes to aloe vera. The great vitamins and minerals will do wonders for your hair, turning brittle hair into luscious healthy hair. By now, you might have already seen some results!

Day 17: Your body will be free of scary toxins

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A detox is a great way to rid the body of all the harmful toxins that are causing bad effects. When it goes through the intestinal lining, the aloe vere soaks up all the harmful toxins swishing about in there. Fortunately for us, they're then excreted later on.

Day 18: It will have done wonders for your eczema

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Much like with psoriasis, eczema is a tough skin condition that just never seems to go away. While there's no promise that aloe vera is going to do this for you, after two weeks of ingesting a spoonful, you might have noticed that your usual eczema flare up isn't so bad.

Day 19: Your blood sugar has dropped by now

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If you're pre-diabetic, then your body will be thanking you right about now! Aloe vera has been proven to reduce our blood sugar levels, making it great for those who are pre-diabetic. Unfortunately, though, there's been no proof that it helps those with actual diabetes.

Day 20: You won't be battling with that acne now

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We know that aloe vera is good for the skin, by all accounts, but it can actually be great for a few skin conditions. Some of us, at one point in our lives, have been shrouded by acne. Well, if you've managed to stick to the aloe vera diet this long, you might have noticed a bit of relief.

Day 21: No more fatty acids in the blood

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As mentioned before, aloe vera is an alkaline meaning that it naturally neutralizes the levels between acid and alkaline within us - and that includes our blood too. Obviously there's going to be lots of benefits to reducing that fatty acid coursing around your body.

Day 22: Your risk of stomach ulcers has dropped

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We know by now that aloe vera does wonders for the digestive system and the stomach, so it comes as no surprise to hear that the Vitamin C and other healthy factors can massively help tackle stomach ulcers, and potentially even prevent them from occuring.

Day 23: What are wrinkles?

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Want a wrinkle-free life? Well, you might just have it at this point. Studies have proven that aloe vera can be great at encouraging collagen production in the skin. In doing so, this can affect the appearance of wrinkles that appear on our faces. Think I'll start it now!

Day 24: Your skin elasticity has improved

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By this point in your aloe vera journey, you might have noticed the skin becoming tighter and the elasticity improving. According to Healthline, a study was undertaken which found that aloe vera greatly helped the skin elasticity of men aged under 46. Sounds good to me!

Day 25: Your wounds and burns will have healed much quicker!

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Aloe vera is great for burns and wounds. While it's probably recommended that you apply topically to the burn site, who's to say that consuming it isn't gonna help? It contains antioxidants which is why it's so good at treating lesions like wounds and burns.

Day 26: Continue eating for a healthy liver

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Your liver is one of the most important organs in the body so taking care of it is crucial. Aloe vera hydrates the liver and provides it with phytonutrients. A healthy liver will detoxify our bodies enormously. Don't stop now if you've already made it this far.

Day 27: Your risk of heart disease has decreased

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Because aloe vera contains a good amount of oxidants, it can have a great long-lasting impact on the health of our bodies. Basically, we under go what is known as oxidative stress. This stress can increase our likelihood of heart disease, and aloe vera combats the damage caused by the stress.

Day 28: Your Enzymatic activity has massively improved

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Aloe vera contains a high level of magnesium, which is crucial to the enzymatic reactions going on in our bodies. So it's no surprise that aloe vera can have this kind of affect on the enzymatic activity going on inside of us. I'm not sure that you could tell if this is the case though!

Day 29: A better controlled nervous system

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Much like the enzymatic activity, our central nervous system requires a great deal of magnesium to help it function properly. Obviously, as we know, our nervous system is crucial to our bodily functions and controls just about everything, so we should look after it the best we can.

Day 30: You've managed to reduce your risk of cancer

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Much like with heart disease, oxidative stress can increase our likelihood of developing some cancers too. While there's no promise that aloe vera is going to help you avoid getting cancer, there's no harm in eating it for 30 days to try and reduce the chances!

Want more amazing facts about aloe vera? It's 99% water

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One of the reasons aloe vera is amazing is how much it's chock full of water! And this is why it's a great option for your diet as well as for your skin (and many other uses). It's not only full of hydration, but it also knows exactly how to lock in moisture, so it's a win win!

There are over 400 species of aloe vera

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You might have thought aloe vera was just one thing - one hydrating plant to rule them all! It actually begins with two primary parts: aloe vera and barbata. Aloe vera is more sweet, and barbata is more bitter. There are then hundreds of different species stemming from these!

Cleopatra LOVED aloe vera

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Queen Cleopatra is one of the most famous women in history, and she's also known for her great beauty - which apparently came down to her use of aloe vera! She was said to use it for her skincare, particularly before a big event. Aloe vera was considered this queen's 'necessity'!

The Japanese eat aloe vera in their yogurts

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Because aloe vera is loved pretty much worldwide, it's no surprise some cultures have got a little experimental with how they consume it. In Japan, aloe vera is actually added to yogurt as a delicacy, and considered to be a healthy lifestyle snack. Other cultures use aloe vera in their jams.

It has cooling properties like menthol

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We know than menthol is seriously soothing, especially as a cooling effect for sore throats and congestion issues. Well aloe vera actually has some great cooling properties that can work just as well as menthol. It's for this reason that it's good for chronic pain or respiratory issues.

It's not actually a cactus

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A lot of people like aloe vera plants if they're fans of succulents, because they think of the plant as a sort of hardy cactus (particularly if you have a talent for killing plants!). But the aloe vera actually isn't a cactus, even though it grows in dry conditions in the desert - although it does look very similar to cacti!

You can drink it!

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If the idea of chopping up aloe vera and sticking it into your yogurt doesn't appeal to you, maybe you'd like to drink it instead? Aloe vera juice has officially become a beverage that's a popular drink all around the world, and it's no surprise seeing as it has that high water content!

It has over 200 nutrients

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You'd think being around 99% water would be enough to reap the health benefits, but aloe vera is actually packed with a whopping 200 nutrients

you need to know about! The benefits of these nutrients include everything we've listed here, and everything to keep your body healthy and strong!

It can change its form depending on what your body needs!

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To make aloe vera even more amazing, it's your bestie in terms of knowing exactly what you need, when you need it. Known as an 'adaptogen', it can quite literally adapt to what your body needs, working to calm your body, reduce inflammation and have everything working as it should.

It produces both gel and latex

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The aloe vera is working hard to produce a lot of stuff during its life cycle! The gel is produced to help protect the aloe vera from predators, as well as from harsh weather. The latex is then formed to further protect the plant against anything that wants to harm or eat the plant. Well this is awkward.

The gel is fine - but it's the latex that you might not want to eat!

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We know the gel and the juice are safe to consume, but it's the latex you might want to remove if you're looking to directly eat the gel! The latex is what can give a rather unpleasant bitter taste, so you need to wash the aloe vera thoroughly to get rid of it, as it could also have harmful side effects!

It can be better to grow indoors than outside

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Because aloe vera naturally comes from the desert, you might think it's a great plant to be grown both indoors and outdoors - but there's more of a risk outdoors if you live somewhere that has cold winters, because low temperatures can actually make the plant frost over. So it's better indoors!

It's both a succulent and a perennial plant

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We mentioned it's not a cactus - but it is both a succulent and a perennial plant! This is a plant of many talents, clearly! It's known as an evergreen succulent, and it has thick, hydrated leaves, but also yields small yellow flowers from time to time, making it the best of everything!

Could aloe vera help with anxiety and depression?

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Some studies have actually suggested that, among the many health benefits of this plant, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression may also be one of them - and we don't just mean because having plants around can make you happier! Ingesting aloe vera could mean that it produces compounds in your brain that result in a feeling of happiness.

Harvesting aloe vera can actually be fun!

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It's all well and good thinking about all the great qualities of aloe vera, but some people just aren't very green fingered - so if you're worried about looking after an aloe vera plant, we have some good news for you! Harvesting this plant can be easy and fun. When it matures, you can follow easy steps to get out the gel and reap all the health benefits.

Its dental benefits can be long-term

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We mentioned that you'd have better looking teeth if you had a spoonful of aloe vera gel every day, but we're here to tell you it's also all about the long-term dental improvements! It can help keep your gums healthy if you use as a mouthwash, and take advantage of its antibacterial properties for as long as you like!

It can help to lower your blood pressure

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Aloe vera is great at targeting high blood pressure, which can be a real savior for those worried about doctor's bills or prescriptions for diabetes if you have high blood sugar. But if you want to use aloe vera to specifically manage any conditions like diabetes, definitely check with your doctor first!

It could help to reduce your menstrual cramps

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The words that anyone suffering that time of the month loves to hear: here's something that will help those cramps! And of course aloe vera swoops in to save the day. If you drink aloe vera juice every day, especially mixed with honey, it can help to ease a heavier blood flow.

It could help your battle with dandruff

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Dandruff is annoying, itchy, painful and embarrassing - there's no hiding it. But there is a solution for treating it: aloe vera! As if this plant hadn't already done enough for us. It has enzymes that help break down dead skin cells, and it targets the fungus believed to cause dandruff on the scalp.

It can help fruit and veg last longer

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Did you know that aloe vera can also be used as a fruit and veg preservative? It does this by protecting the fruit and vegetables from bacteria infections by using its moisture properties. This will keep fruit and veg fresher for longer with aloe vera acting as a shield!