The plant has long been used in Ayurvedic and folk medicine and is used in cosmetics and in organic farming applications.
The tender shoots and flowers of the neem tree are eaten as a vegetable in India.
Neem bark has been utilized by Asian and Indian cultures for centuries as an insecticide, an antibacterial, and even as a spermicide.
Neem oil will help improve your gum health, your teeth health, and your oral care in general.
Neem bark extract can heal all stomach related ulcers.
A neem tree improves soil fertility, neutralizes acidic soil and increases soil’s water-holding capacity, according to the East African Network for Taxonomy.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
What are the medicinal properties of neem?
Neem leaf and its constituents have been demonstrated to exhibit immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antihyperglycaemic, antiulcer, antimalarial, antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic properties.
Can we drink neem water daily?
Helps you lose weight: Drinking neem juice on a regular basis will help you achieve a clean stomach and will improve your metabolism. Neem aids in the breakdown of body fat, which helps keep your weight in check. You can also make a concoction using neem, lemon and honey to further boost your metabolism.
What neem is used for?
Neem leaf is used for leprosy, eye disorders, bloody nose, intestinal worms, stomach upset, loss of appetite, skin ulcers, diseases of the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular disease), fever, diabetes, gum disease (gingivitis), and liver problems. The leaf is also used for birth control and to cause abortions.
Is neem good for high blood pressure?
The antihistamine effects of neem leaves can cause blood vessels to dilate. This is why these leaves can help lower blood pressure. Taking neem extract or capsules for a month can also lower the high cholesterol levels.
Is neem a herb?
Neem is a natural herb that comes from the neem tree, other names for which include Azadirachta indica and Indian lilac. The extract comes from the seeds of the tree and has many different traditional uses. Neem is known for its pesticidal and insecticidal properties, but people also use it in hair and dental products.