ABSTRACT:
Aloe vera is one of the oldest medicinal plant ever known, commonly known as Ghrit Kumari. It is well known for its therapeutic potential. Some of its beneficial effects include anticancer, hypoglycemic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, burn healing properties. Phytochemistry of Aloe vera gel has revealed presence of bioactive chemicals. In this review paper, properties of Aloe vera, its composition, its beneficial effects and pharmaceutical uses, its application in foods and cosmetics etc. have been summarized.
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Farha Fatma, Anil Kumar. A systematic Review of Aloe vera and its Properties. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2021; 11(4):257-9. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2021.00045
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Farha Fatma, Anil Kumar. A systematic Review of Aloe vera and its Properties. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2021; 11(4):257-9. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2021.00045 Available on: https://asianjpr.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2021-11-4-7
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