What is the Aloe vera benefits for kids?

Aloe Vera and Kids

Health is of prime importance for everyone. But all of us are more careful for our children’s health. We have previously discussed aloe vera’s therapeutic properties for adults. It is also widely used to cure kid’s ailments. All the ingredients of aloe vera are safe for kids of every age group.

Aloe vera is slightly bitter in taste. It is quite possible that your kid may dislike it. Disliking the taste of aloe vera never means that you cannot use it for your kid. Let me tell you an effective solution to it. Add some flavor of your own choice to dampen its original taste. Let’s have a look on its health benefits for children.

Aloe vera and immunity:
Aloe vera helps in building immunity with the help of its vitamins. Vitamin C and E are effective anti-oxidants that neutralize free radicals that are harmful to health. Aloe vera also promotes the formation of White blood cells that are soldiers of our immune system.

Digestive system and immune systems are not fully mature in the early age so are highly susceptible of getting affected. Aloe vera will protect your baby from infections and will help in growing stronger.

Laxative:
Kids are in the phase of development. Their immune system is not fully mature, they are at high risk of getting infected. Aloe vera is known for its laxative feature for centuries. It is also tested for the kids and proved beneficial. It acts in the same way as in adults. Enhances motility of the gut and soften the stole with the help of its special composition. Extra care is required about its dosage. A small amount of aloe vera can do wonder for your kids.

Growth and development:
This wonderful plant helps in growth and development of kids. Aloe vera is rich in essential nutrients that are required at the time of development.

Two major factors that can retard normal growth of your kids are;

1-Decreased cellular immunity
2-Loss of appetite Aloe vera can solve both of these problems for us. It helps in protection against infections and promotes healthy living. It boosts up the immune system to makes your kid strong and resistant to germs. It also neutralizes free radicals in the body which may hinder normal functioning of various processes. Loss of appetite is a common complaint of most of the kids. It might be because of poor digestion. Aloe vera can help you in this regard. It increases the motility of gut and help in early digestion, so appetite is aroused. With the help of aloe vera, we can also take care of our kids, and provide them all essential nutrients that they need for normal development.

Peaceful sleep:
Peaceful sleep is mandatory for the proper development of kids and it is only possible when your baby is highly comfortable and enjoying good health. Aloe vera promises good health for you and your baby. You can say aloe vera is complete health for your family.

Treating allergies in kids:
Immune system and digestive system of a kid are not fully mature in the early age so they are at very high risk of getting infections and allergies. Aloe vera will help you in this regard. It is equally beneficial for external use in kids as there in adults.

Apply a thin layer of Aloe vera gel to the affected skin. It gives a soothing and moisturizing affect to the skin when applied externally. It acts by killing germs and nourishes the skin with the help of its nutrients and promotes healing by synthesizing new cells. You can safely use it for your kids as aloe vera is kids friendly.

Dosage: Infants and toddlers………………………………………. 1 ounce per day 3-5 years children……………………………………….....1 teaspoon per day 6-8 years children………………………………………..... 1.5 tea spoons per day 8-12 years children………………………………………… 1 tablespoon per day

Precaution:
Kids are the most sensitive creature. Care is mandatory for using aloe vera in kids. These points should always be kept in mind:

1- Aloe vera is not safe for kids under 12 months of age.

2- Excessive dosage of aloe vera must be avoided.

3-Always keep it out of reach of children.

4-In case of no significant improvement with regular use of Aloe vera, consult a doctor rather than increasing its does.

5-Avoid using aloe vera in long-standing problems.

6-Do not use aloe vera for severe wounds.

7-If you observe some kind of allergic reaction after using it then stop using aloe vera and consult a physician for an opinion.