Health Benefits of Neem

Neem (Azadirachta indica) is an evergreen tree native to India. In Ayurvedic medicine, neem extract has long been used for a variety of health-related purposes, including asthma, constipation, cough, diabetes, gastric ulcers, indigestion, periodontal disease, and urinary tract infections.

Neem is also said to reduce inflammation, improve liver health, reduce pain, maintain eyesight, stimulate the immune system, and protect against heart disease.

Neem is sold in capsule, tincture, powder, oil, cream and mouthwash forms. While neem oil is commonly applied to the scalp or skin to treat conditions such as dandruff and acne, neem leaf extract is usually taken orally. In some cases, the bark, flower and fruit of the neem tree are also used medicinally.

Health Benefits of Neem

1. Eye Trouble:

Boil some neem leaves, let the water cool completely and then use it to wash your eyes. This will help any kind of irritation, tiredness or redness.

2. Dental Health:

Early research suggests that applying neem leaf extract to the teeth and gums twice daily for 6 weeks might reduce plaque formation. It can also reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth that can cause plaque.

Several studies suggest that neem may help fight plaque buildup and prevent gingivitis.  Researchers found that neem mouthwash was as effective as medication and suggested that neem may be a cost-effective alternative to chlorhexidine gluconate treatment.

3. Goodbye Dandruff:

Boil a bunch of neem leaves till the water turns green, allow it to cool. After washing your hair with shampoo, cleanse it with this water.  The natural antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties of neem oil can help treat the underlying cause of a flaky scalp and relieve symptoms.

4. Wound Healer:

Make a paste out of neem leaves and apply it on your wound or insect bite a few times a day until it heals.

5. Ear Ailments:

Grind some neem leaves and mix some honey in it. Use a few drops of this mixture to treat any ear abscess.

6. Acne Treatment:

Topical application of neem oil may be helpful in the treatment of acne and other skin conditions due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

7. Ulcers:

Neem shows promise in treating gastric ulcers, suggests a 2009 report in Phytotherapy Research. Analyzing the findings of preliminary studies, scientists concluded that neem bark extract supplements may aid in ulcer control, possibly by inhibiting gastric acid secretion.

8. Skin Disorders:

Turmeric mixed with a paste of neem leaves can also be used for itching, eczema, ringworm and some mild skin diseases.

9. Cancer:

A 2011 research review published in Cancer Biology & Therapy suggests that neem may provide anti-cancer benefits, including immune-stimulating and tumor-suppressing properties.

10. Boost Immunity:

To increase immunity, grind some neem leaves and take them with a glass of water.

11. Insect Repellant:

Early research suggests that applying neem root or leaf extract to the skin helps drive away black flies. Also, applying the cream of neem oil on the skin prevents some types of mosquitoes.

A 2015 study in the Journal of Malaria found that a 20% neem formula is more than 70% effective against mosquitoes and that protection lasts for about three hours.

12. Neem Oil Kill Lice:

In one study a 10-minute treatment with a neem-based product significantly killed lice and eggs.

Neem is also useful in :

• Fever.
• Upset stomach.
• Breathing conditions.
• Malaria.
• Worms.
• Head lice.
• Skin conditions and diseases.
• Heart disease.
• Diabetes.
• Birth control (contraception).

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