Aloe Vera Additive The first written reports on Aloe Vera are more than 2000 years old. Most people know the healing properties of the Aloe Vera plant. This plant has antibacterial, antifungicide and antiviral properties. At the beginning of this century it was the most used raw material for laxatives in the world. Used in the colonic it can soothe an irritated colon and rectum. It can aid the body in healing many different ailments. Among the uses for Aloe Vera are acceleration of wound healing, use on skin burns, moisturizing dry skin. Taken internally as a health-drink for stomach problems, it protects the mucus membrane of the stomach especially when irritated or damaged because of peptic ulcers or gastritis. Colonic=1 cup Orally = follow directions on bottle.