how to prepare aloe vera gel ? how do i find if the plant that i have has got any real medicinal properties ?

you can prepare by following procedureSupplement Facts Serving Size: 2 Softgels Ingredients Amount %Calories 10 Calories from Fat 10 Total Fat 1 g 1.5% Aloe Vera Gel 200:1 Extract 50 mg Other Ingredients: Soybean Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, White Beeswax and Purified Water. As a dietary supplement, take 3-6 capsules daily with water. For external purposes, simply puncture the softgel and squeeze out the contents. Use as any fresh Aloe Vera Gel for soothing emollient benefits. for more informationhttp://www.starherb.com/productdetail.asp?pid=3121 break off a piece and cut it oipen theres a sticky gel inside thats great on burns sunburns too. its great