Aloe vera has been used in wound healing for thousands of years. The Egyptians used it in 1,500 BC for skin problems and infections. The Greek physician Dioscorides recommended it externally for wounds, haemorrhoids, ulcers and hair loss.

Jan de Vries was born in Holland and trained as a pharmacist. A naturopath since 1960, he has cared for many thousands of people from all over the world.

Herbal preparations are the backbone of Jan de Vries’ clinics. Over the years he has sourced the best herbal preparations that may be found. Some of these are now available as the Jan de Vries Phytotherapy Range.

All herbs in this range are organically grown and manufactured to the highest standards. Stringent quality control ensures a product of the best quality possible.

The plant has thick fleshy leaves that contain a clear gel, and is easy to grow indoors.

Also known as:
Aloe barbadensis

Ingredients:

100g of Fresh Herb Tincture (extracted in alcohol 65% by volume) typically contains the tincture of:
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis)                       30g
German Chamomile(Matricaria recutita)       20g
Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis)           20g
Cardamom (Elettaria cardomomum)             20g
Milk Thistle (Carduus marianus)                    10g
How it works:

Directions For Use:

Generally: 15 to 20 drops in a little water twice daily.
Maintenance: 20 drops in water once daily.

This is not intended to replace medical advice. You should consult a Doctor or Pharmacist if you have any condition that is of concern. It is also recommended that you consult a Healthcare Professional before taking herbal remedies if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or before giving herbal medicine to a child under two years old.

Uses:

• Psoriasis

Scientific use of Aloe in wound healing was first documented in 1935. Since then, there have been a number of studies showing its effectiveness as a treatment for minor burns and other wounds.

When taken internally, Aloe vera has a cleansing effect on the body, by virtue of its action on the digestive tract. This makes it useful for a number of skin conditions, especially psoriasis, where the process of internal detoxification is deemed by naturopaths to be important.

Additional advice:

Aloe vera can have a laxative effect.

If there is any doubt as to the nature of the problem please consult your Doctor for a diagnosis.

Do not use when pregnant or breastfeeding unless under the supervision of a Healthcare Professional.

Do not use for children under two years of age unless under the supervision of a Healthcare Professional.

Do not exceed stated doses.

Do not use alongside medication with the same action, e.g. a tranquillising herb alongside tranquillising medication.

Do not take more than three herbal remedies concurrently