The benefits and value of neem tree and all its parts, does not require any introduction. Neem contains both alkaloids and liminoids, each with an array of medicinal properties. While all parts of the tree are used in traditional Ayurvedic formulas, there are three parts that are of particular benefit. These are the bark, the leaf and the oil.
Neem benefits:
• The most common use of Neem bark is to clean the teeth. It prevents bleeding gums, tooth decay and foul smell long before the advent of toothpaste.
• The Neem bark has cool, bitter, and astringent properties used to treat tiredness, worms, fever and loss of appetite.
• The neem bark has antiseptic and astringent properties; it is especially helpful in healing wounds.
• The neem leaf works as an antifungal, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory agent. It is effective in treating eczema, ringworm and acne.
• Traditional methods include crushing the leaves into a paste and applying directly to wounds, ulcers or skin diseases.
• Neem leaf removes toxins from the body, purifies the blood, and neutralizes damaging free radicals. It also helps in nourishing hair.
• Neem oil is used to treat skin problems. It is especially effective in treating head lice and dandruff, and creates a purifying effect when used in aromatherapy.
• Combine 10% Neem oil with 90% coconut or sesame oil. Apply to the hair and massage the oil into the scalp. Comb the oil through to make sure it is evenly distributed. Leave it on overnight. In the morning wash your hair with shampoo repeat five to six times; or alternate days, until the lice have disappeared. This formula also helps flaky scalp.
• Neem preparations can get rid of Fungal Infections effectively, quickly and safely. Neem has been found to be deadly to 14 different common fungi including those that cause infections of the vagina, skin, hands and lungs (Candida), athlete’s foot and “ringworm” (Epidermophyton). Neem oil is also used for skin diseases likes scrofula and indolent ulcers.
• A compared to all other oil present in the market neem oil has a powerful healing, revitalizing and antiseptic effect on the skin.
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