- Internally, taken as a commercial preparation, aloe vera gel relieves constipation, reduces liver congestion and heals hemorrhoids.
- Externally, the gel or fresh aloe is used directly on the hemorrhoid itself.
Aloe Vera is a virtual necessity for minor emergencies. It is a healing plant used to treat sunburns, minor burns, scrapes, ulcers, arthritis and constipation. This herb has healing, soothing and cleansing properties making it an ideal addition to any medicine cabinet. Moreover, Aloe soothes the intestinal system, too. Aloe Vera has attracted the interest of modern physicians for its ability to heal radiation burns.
Aloe Vera gel is an astringent that helps to heal open wounds. It is useful in hemorrhoids by applying the gel directly onto your anus. The best type of gel for this is directly from the aloe plant. If you don't have one, then 100% organic whole leaf aloe gel is second best. You can get this organic aloe at a health food or nutrition store.
If you have a fresh plant, wash a leaf thoroughly with distilled water. Peel it on one side, bend it with the peeled side outward, and slip it into your anus. This will provide you with pain relief and reduce your hemorrhoid bleeding. Just trim down the leaf so it slides into your anus easily.
Aloe Vera juice, that you drink, is also good for hemorrhoids. It helps to soften your stools and to activate peristaltic action. If you like aloe juice, then drink around 1/2 a cup of Aloe Vera juice three time a day.
Other common names: Aloe, Barbados Aloe, Curacao Aloe.
