What it helps: joint pain, arthritis, swelling, injuries
- Traditional use: Crushed leaves or fresh sap applied directly to painful areas.
- Modern insight: Saponins and flavonoids in the sap show strong anti-inflammatory effects, calming inflamed tissues.
🩹 2. Wound Healing & Skin Care
- The gel inside the leaves works like aloe vera, keeping wounds moist and speeding recovery.
- Applied externally, it helps disinfect, soothe, and regenerate skin tissue.
🌱 3. Detox & Liver Support
What it helps: sluggish liver, toxin buildup, poor digestion
- Traditional healers prepared leaf teas to “purify the blood.”
- Research suggests maguey may stimulate bile flow and liver detox enzymes, aiding natural cleansing.
