Neem Health Benefits

Neem has quite a few curative properties, it is a potent home remedy for diabetes, heart ailments, ear infection, dandruff, jaundice and skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, eczema and scabies.

Neem Origin

Neem is an evergreen tree indigenous to the countries of India, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Pakistan. Neem is hailed as a panacea for all diseases. All parts of the tree (seeds, leaves, flowers and bark) are used for preparing many medicinal preparations.

Neem Medicinal Properties

The neem roots are bitter, astringent, anodyne, depurative, antiseptic, anthelmintic, constipating, expectorant, urinary astringent, emmenagogue and tonic in nature. The leaves are astringent, expectorant, vermicidal, diuretic, emmenagogue, stomachic. The seeds have expectorant, anthelmintic and aphrodisiac properties. The flowers have astringent, refrigerant, stomachic, vermifuge, diuretic and emmenagogue properties.

Neem Home Remedies

It is used to treat the following conditions:

• Neem Controls Sugar Fluctuations

  Neem can reduce insulin requirements without altering blood glucose levels. Regular consumption of neem decoction, neem oil or neem tablets is an effective supplementary therapy for diabetes. Read other Diabetes Home Remedies.

• Neem Dries Acne Spots

  Neem is a very good antidote for Acne as it has strong antibacterial properties and contain aspirin like substances that reduce redness and inflammation. Grind fresh neem leaves or mix dried neem leaves with some water or aloe vera gel and apply on the acne. Alternatively, use a mild neem soap to wash your face. Read other Acne Home Remedies.

• A Natural Remedy For Psoriasis

  Neem's anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and analgesic properties are beneficial in treating Psoriasis as it heals the lesions and reduces the scaling and irritation. Its analgesic or pain relieving property provides soothing, immediate aid. Its anti-bacterial properties restores the natural health of the skin. Oral usage of Neem capsules can stimulate the immune system and reduce future break-outs. In labaratory studies, the administration of oral and topical ointments of Neem produced the same or greater effectiveness as cortisone based creams.

• Neem Reduces Eczema

  The biggest challenges that Eczema patients suffer are dryness, itching and redness. Neem contains two chemicals nimbin and nimbidin that are anti-inflammatory in action and relieves the itching and reddening of the skin. It works as a great emollient by preventing moisture loss and restoring the protective barrier in the skin. It is also a strong analgesic or pain killer and provides instant relief to the discomfort experienced by eczema. Read other Eczema Home Remedies.

• Earache Relief

  Neem oil's anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties helps with middle ear infections. Instill a drop of neem oil to bring down the infection and dry any residual pus and wax. Read other Ear Infection Home Remedies.

• Neem Soothes the Liver

  Consume a decoction of tender neem leaves sweetened with honey to eliminate the toxins in the liver. It is an effective remedy for Jaundice.

• A Herbal Remedy For Gingivitis

  A mouth rinse with neem decoction or a few drops of neem oil swirled with luke warm water is very effective against gum disease, pyorrhea and general dental care. Read other Gingivitis Home Remedies.

• A Natural Cure For Heart Ailments

  Neem has the ability to reduce blood pressure, blood clots, heart irregularities and high cholesterol levels. The antihistamine effects of nimbidin in neem maybe responsible for this. The compounds in the leaves also reduce anxiety and emotional fluctuations, thus stabilizing the heart rate.

• Neem Promotes Healthy Hair

  Rubbing just a small amount of neem oil onto the scalp will clear it of dandruff, lice and scalp acne.

Indian Language Glossary:

English	Latin	Sanskrit	Hindi	Marathi	Tamil	Telugu	Malayalam	Kannada
Margosa Tree	Melia azaderach	Nimbah	Neem	Nimba	Vempu, Veppai	Kondavepa	Veppu	Turagavepu