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Don’t let the harsh winter ruin your skin or health this year! From dealing with dry skin and cracked cuticles to treating cough and indigestion, aloe vera can solve many of your winter woes. Reason number 4 (related to hair) is my favourite.
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Dry and itchy skin: Known to be a natural moisturiser, aloe vera is an amazing soothing agent for skin. All you need to do is rub it over an itchy spot to reduce skin irritation. You can even use an aloe vera based moisturiser to prevent winter itch, says Dr Rohit Batra, dermatologist.
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Cracked cuticles: Mainly caused due to lack of moisture and exposure to cold temperature, applying a mixture of aloe vera, olive oil and honey on the cracked skin can help you. Aloe vera not only moisturises dead skin cells but also prevents infections (1).
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Dry scalp: The glycoprotein present in aloe vera heals dry skin, thereby soothing your scalp. According to Dr Rajini Patankar, Ayurvedic professor, the antibacterial properties of this gel help you fight the condition by treating the underlying cause. Apply the gel on your scalp for 15 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
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One key benefit of applying Multani Mitti to hair is cleansing the scalp. It helps remove impurities and dirt.
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Cough and cold: Aloe vera contains antibacterial and antiviral properties that prevent the growth of microorganisms responsible for respiratory infections. When taken with equal amount of honey, it also relieves a sore throat and sinusitis, says Dr Rajini Patankar, Ayurvedic professor.
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Indigestion: During winters, the pitta levels are aggravated, that in turn increase your risk of indigestion and stomach complications. To deal with this, drink a glass of aloe vera juice every morning as it eliminates toxins and also aids in digestion (1).
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Immunity: Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, aloe vera helps in strengthening your immune system. It also boosts your ability to fight infection caused by antibacterial compounds (1).
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Arthritis: Drink a glass of aloe vera juice every alternate day to prevent joint pain this winter? It works by reducing pain and stiffness associated with arthritis due to the presence of sterols that are anti-inflammatory in nature (2).
