Aloe from the canary islands and its properties

The enzymes contained in Aloe Vera Gel support the immune system, the digestion and absorption of nutrients from foods, and protect against free radicals.

Among others, aloe vera has the following enzymes:

• Amylase: digestive enzymes which break down carbohydrates ingested with food.
• Bradykinase: these have an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect and stimulate the immune system.
• Cellulase: important for the preparation of dietary fibres, since they break down cellulose as much as possible.
• Catalase: antioxidant enzymes which protect against free radicals.
• Creatine phosphokinase: these are important for the energy production of muscular cells.
• Lipase: digestive enzymes which break down fats ingested with food.
• Protease: digestive enzymes which break down and unravel proteins ingested with food.

There are 8 essential amino acids which the body cannot produce by itself. Aloe vera contains 7 of those 8.

The body needs 22 different amino acids for its synthesis. Of these, 8 are essential amino acids which the body cannot produce by itself. Aloe Vera contains a total of 20 amino acids, including 7 essential amino acids.

Aloe vera contains a wide range of vitamins.

• Vitamin A: this is important for vision, skin and mucous membranes, as well as for natural defences and vitality.
• Vitamin B1: this is important for carbohydrate metabolism and strengthens the nervous system, cardiac activity and muscles.
• Vitamin B2: this is necessary for breaking down carbohydrates and the build-up of proteins and fats in the body, therefore, it is essential for providing the body with energy. It supports healthy skin, hair and nails, as well as the intestines and liver. It can also have a positive effect on migraines.
• Vitamin B6: it is important for protein metabolism and is very important for amino acid metabolism. It also has a positive influence on the nervous system, hormonal balance and the immune system.
• Vitamin B12: it is one of the most important metabolic vitamins. It provides the substances needed for blood formation and the protein metabolism of the nerve cells which sustain life. It strengthens the nervous system and supports cell vitality, performance and health. It is also important for various processes which strongly influence the brain and mental health, which can have a positive effect on them.
• Folic acid: it is important for the health of the heart and circulatory system, cell division and cell renewal, blood formation, the immune system, and counteracts depressive moods, irritability and lack of concentration.
• Niacin:it supports fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism. It is important for energy metabolism; it supports the nervous system function and contributes to maintaining normal mucous membranes and skin. It has a positive effect on mental balance and can reduce fatigue.
• Vitamin C: it boosts the healing of wounds, protects blood vessels, has an antioxidant effect, activates immune cells and, therefore, strengthens the immune system. It is important for healthy gums, it prevents fatigue and irritability, and it regulates hormone release, including stress hormones.
• Vitamin E: it has an antioxidant effect and protects cells from the influence of free radicals. It is important for vitality and performance and it supports fat and protein metabolism. It strengthens cell walls, delays the ageing process, and supports the immune system.

Aloe vera contains many of these precious micronutrients. These components are important for maintaining good health and metabolism.

• Calcio: importante para los huesos y los dientes, el control de los nervios y los músculos. Activa las enzimas y las hormonas. Además, junto con el potasio y el cromo, tiene un efecto fortalecedor sobre el músculo cardíaco.
• Potasio: regula el equilibrio de agua y electrolitos, juega un papel importante en el metabolismo de carbohidratos, proteínas y en la transmisión de impulsos eléctricos a las células musculares o nerviosas.
• Magnesio: regula la comunicación nervio-músculo y activa alrededor de 400 enzimas. También tiene un efecto positivo sobre el estrés, porque calma el sistema nervioso.
• Sodio: regula la relación ácido-base y el equilibrio hídrico y es importante para la transmisión de los impulsos nerviosos.
• Cloruro: apoya el trabajo muscular y es importante para los impulsos nerviosos.
  Hierro: es importante para el transporte de oxígeno en la sangre, tiene un efecto positivo en el estado de ánimo y en el sistema inmunológico y favorece el impulso, el rendimiento y la concentración.
• Manganeso: es importante para la formación de enzimas y su activación, así como para los huesos y cartílagos. También participa en la producción de insulina.
• Cromo: regula el metabolismo de las grasas y controla el hambre y la saciedad.
• Zinc: juega un papel importante en la función de varias hormonas y promueve las defensas inmunitarias. Eleva el estado de ánimo y asegura una piel sana y puede promover los procesos de curación.
• Cobre: participa en muchos procesos del cuerpo, incluyendo la formación de sangre, movilización de hierro, producción de energía, formación de tejido conectivo y tiene un efecto antioxidante.

Fatty acids have an anti-inflammatory effect aloe vera contains the some of them.

Fatty acids have an anti-inflammatory effect and, therefore, they are responsible for the positive effect of aloe vera on burns, skin lesions and inflammatory processes of the body. Among others, aloe vera contains the following fatty acids:

• Cholesterol
• Campesterol
• Beta-sitosterol