People have started to rely on natural fixes for fat loss. Instead of the artificial, drug-loaded weight loss pills of the past, we're now seeing ads for fat-burning fruit like the açai berry and the African mango. While this is a step in a safer, healthier direction, there are other all-natural fat-burners–that are even more effective, like aloe vera. Here's why.
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As it turns out, aloe vera isn't just great for your skin, it's great for your general health and super effective at helping you lose weight.
Here's what makes it so special:
First, aloe vera is a natural laxative. This means it helps keep your bowels moving regularly. This helps to prevent the metabolism-slowing clogs that occur with constipation.
Second, aloe vera helps to keep blood sugar under control. If you've been following my articles for any period of time, then you probably already know how important it is to control your blood sugar and insulin levels. When your blood sugar gets too high, your body releases massive amounts of insulin. And high levels of insulin send your body into "fat storage mode," where it can feel impossible to lose any pounds. Aloe vera can help prevent this.
Aloe vera juice is also loaded with nutrients. Yes, you're going to want to turn this miracle plant into a juice. Peel back the leaves, scoop out the gel, and then toss it into the blender (adding it to other fruit juices works great). When you do, you'll have made one of the most nutritious drinks available. Because aloe vera juice is loaded with enzymes, essential oils, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. It has natural antibacterial properties which help to strengthen your immune system. It helps to detoxify your blood.
Most importantly: Aloe vera juice gives your metabolism a huge boost! Here's how it works: Aloe vera stimulates the cells of your body, especially in the liver. It gets these cells working at a higher rate. The faster they're working, the more energy they need for fuel. So when you drink aloe vera juice, you start burning through stored body fat faster! It increases your body's ability to use fat for energy. So even without making any other changes, you start melting through those stubborn areas.
This makes aloe vera a no-brainer for anyone trying to slim down. It's inexpensive, nutritious and healthy. Start making aloe vera juice as part of your daily routine.
This post was originally published August 19, 2013.
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