Declared by UN as the 'Tree of the 21st century', neem tree is placed at the top in the list of herbal plants by siddha medicine thousands of years ago. This goes to show the depth of knowledge possessed by Siddhars of Tamilnadu.
Soothing to the eyes and creating warmth in the heart, neem tree is one of the best herbs if not the best thanks to the medicinal properties possessed by every part of the tree from root to fruit. Neem was very much an integral part of lifestyle in ancient Tamilnadu.
Modern science has been conducting researches on the medicinal properties of neem in recent years. During one such research, it was found that neem extract is effective in inhibiting biofilm formation.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa, the third most common pathogens, can cause various infections. Biofilm caused by this pathogen can cause chronic infections which can also be recurrent. The resistance of microorganisms in one biofilm to antimicrobial agents increases 50 to 500 times and hence a research was undertaken to find an effective cure to the same. This lead to finding that neem extract is effective in inhibiting biofilm formation.
Properties of Neem
Research has proved some of the health benefits of neem, which has been used for thousands of years to treat various illnesses. The properties of neem include:
- Anti-inflammatory (reduces swelling and pain)
- Antibacterial (destroys and prevents bacteria)
- Antifungal (destroys and prevents fungi)
- Antimicrobial (destroys and prevents bacteria, virus and fungi)
- Antiviral (destroys and prevents virus)
- Antimalarial
- Antioxidant (prevents negative impacts on cells, protein and DNA)
- Antiarthritic (prevents arthritis)
- Antipyretic (cures and prevents fever)
- Antiseptic (prevents or reduces infections)
- Antimutagenic (prevents impacts caused in DNA due to radiation)
- Diuretic (increased passing of urine)
- Antiulcer
- Antitumor
- Anticancer (prevents cancer)
- Antigingivitis (prevents gum related diseases)
- Hepatoprotective (protects liver)
- Neuroprotective (protects nerve cells)
- Immunomodulatory (regulates immune system)
- Hypoglycemic (reduces blood sugar levels)
- Spermicidal (destroys sperm)
- Hypolipidemic (decreasing lipid levels)
Medicinal Properties of Neem
Some of the most important medicinal properties of neem include:
- Relieves cold and cough
- Reduces fever
- Helps to cure malaria
- Improves digestion
- Cures stomach disorders
- Destroys intestinal worms
- Detoxifies the body and eliminates waste
- Cures loss of appetite
- Cures chicken pox
- Strengthens the heart
- Reduces high blood pressure
- Purifies the blood
- Protects from various infections
- Boosts immune function
- Cures skin conditions including acne, eczema and psoriasis
- Heals wounds
- Promotes skin glow
- Cures muscle pain
- Relieves joint pain, cures arthritis
- Helps to maintain blood glucose levels
- Strengthens liver
- Strengthens kidneys
- Cures piles
- Cures eye disorders
- Strengthens gums; helps to cure various dental conditions
- Cures bad breath
- Helps to cure leprosy
- Helps to relieve dandruff and lice
- Supports hair growth
- Cures paronychia
- Heals warts
- Heals cracked heels
- Research has proved its efficacy in curing snake venom
- Helps to prevent cancer; Studies have proved its efficiency in curing leukemia and uterus cancer with minimal or nil side effects.
- Study has proved that it can be effective in curing AIDS.
Parts of Neem Tree and Their Benefits
Given below are some of the health benefits of neem tree's parts:
Neem Leaf
Consuming tender neem leaves in the morning will help to relieve intestinal worms; it also improves digestion
Studies have proved that regular intake of tender neem leaves helps to check spread of venom in the body due to snake bites
Applying ground neem leaves paste on the body will help to relieve chicken pox; you can also soak a fistful of neem leaves in water overnight and bathe in neem-soaked water in the morning.
Applying neem leaves paste on the body will help to cure skin conditions including acne.
Consuming neem tea made by boiling neem leaves in water helps to cure fever
Bark
Neem bark powder can be used to brush teeth.
Neem bark powder helps to detoxify liver.
To rejuvenate your skin, mix neem bark powder with sandalwood powder along with rose water and apply on your skin. Bath after half an hour.
Neem Flower
Neem rasam not only tastes great but also is effective in relieving stomach disorders and helps to improve digestion.
Grind dried neem flowers and apply on acne. You can also mix dried neem flower powder and neem oil and apply this mixture on blackheads to make them disappear.
Neem Seed Oil
Research has proved that neem seed oil helps to prevent pregnancy.
Neem seed oil is effective in curing acne and improving skin health; it also helps to maintain youthful appearance and is great for hair health. Visit this page to buy neem seed oil.
Neem Twigs
Brushing your teeth with neem twigs makes the teeth stronger and also helps to relieve dental problems.
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