The Neem tree is considered to be just a tree because a lot of
people don’t know the wonders behind it. I also didn’t
know much about it until I decided
to browse the internet sometimes back and lo and behold I saw a lot of the health benefits it
possess. Known to be a sacred
plant, the neem tree is packed with myriad of medicinal benefits. This is the reason, why every part of this
plant namely leaves, flowers and
twig is used in the preparation of Ayurvedic medicines. Although bitter in taste, neem can be used
to prevent and treat various
health conditions. Grown throughout India as well as some part of Africa, the neem tree is well known not
only for its medicinal properties
but also for helping to protect the environment.
Health Benefits Of Neem Leaves:
Health Benefits Of Neem Leaves:
Cardiac Care: Neem
leaves are known to be an effective blood cleanser and drinking neem infused boiled water controls high blood sugar.
Neem leaves extract is effective
in purifying blood, removing toxins and defending against inflictions and damages from free radicals in
the body. Neem leaves helps to
dilate blood vessels improving blood circulation and decreases elevated heart rates. It relaxes erratic
heart beats and controls high
blood pressure.
Fungal disease: Neem
is also effective against fungal diseases that affect the human body. These include fungus that causes lung and
bronchi infection and mucous
membranes. Neem leaves reduce the symptoms of fungal infections and oral thrush.
Malaria: Neem is used to treat malaria fevers. One of the neem components gedunin
is very effective for treating malaria. Mosquitoes exposed to odours of crushed neem leaves result in suppression of
egg laying. Consuming neem leaves
is an acclaimed treatment of malaria. You can consume it by boiling the leaves in water and then
drink it when it is warm.
Arthritis: Certain
properties of neem leaf seed or barks naturally cure arthritis and reduce pain and swelling in joints. A massage with
neem oil is effective in relieving
muscle aches and joint paint and helps alleviate rheumatism, osteoarthritis and lower back pain.
Cures Poison: Neem
leaves are also effective in treating poison and insect bites. This is due to anti-clotting agents that reside in
neem leaf extract. Neem leaves are
also used in treatment of ulcers and inflammation as they have significant anti-inflammatory and anti-ulcer
activity.
Benefits of Neem Leaves for Skin:
What we eat and use on our skin topically determines how beautiful our skin will be. Having rough, uneven and dull looking skin can affect our self esteem. Using the water or paste of neem leaves will help one to aid beauty and also have a smooth and glowing skin. Neem leaves are of tremendous benefits to the skin in several ways:
Moisturizes Skin: The leaves moisturize the skin keeping it soft and supple. They are effective for lightening scars and pigmentation caused by acne and scabies. If you have pimples on your face, apply the neem leaf decoction. This can even be used to treat minor wounds. To cure any kind of skin infection, mix turmeric with neem paste and apply it on your body. Do this regularly for 3 months and you will be amazed at the result.
Benefits of Neem Leaves for Skin:
What we eat and use on our skin topically determines how beautiful our skin will be. Having rough, uneven and dull looking skin can affect our self esteem. Using the water or paste of neem leaves will help one to aid beauty and also have a smooth and glowing skin. Neem leaves are of tremendous benefits to the skin in several ways:
Moisturizes Skin: The leaves moisturize the skin keeping it soft and supple. They are effective for lightening scars and pigmentation caused by acne and scabies. If you have pimples on your face, apply the neem leaf decoction. This can even be used to treat minor wounds. To cure any kind of skin infection, mix turmeric with neem paste and apply it on your body. Do this regularly for 3 months and you will be amazed at the result.
Cures Acne: Boil
a cup of neem leaves in water till the leaves are soft and discoloured, and the water turned green. Strain and
store in a bottle. Add to your
regular bathing water to get rid of acne, infection and body odour.
Skin Toning: Neem
leaves for skin can also be used as a toner. Just dip a cotton ball in boiled neem water and wipe your face with it
overnight. This will clear acne,
scars, pigmentation and black heads. You can also prepare a face pack using neem leaves. Boil neem leaves
with small segments of orange peel in a little
water, add little yoghurt, honey
and milk to form a smooth paste. Apply this to your face and wash it off when it dries. This will clear
acne and break outs, white heads
and even reduce the appearance of pores.
Makes Skin Glow: Regular
use of a paste of neem leaves and turmeric, can clear your skin and give it that lost glow, adding some grated cucumber can
make everything better. This mask
can be used for face whitening too. You can even leave neem paste on your face overnight. Just make a paste of
the leaves and apply on your face. Sleep on your
back and take care not to soil
your bedspread/pillow. Wash it off in the morning and apply your normal face lotion or oil.
Benefits for the Hair
We all dread bad hair days, but using neem leaves for hair can give you great results. Its antimicrobial and immune-boosting properties keep your hair healthy. Below are the benefits
Benefits for the Hair
We all dread bad hair days, but using neem leaves for hair can give you great results. Its antimicrobial and immune-boosting properties keep your hair healthy. Below are the benefits
Enhances Hair Growth: Using neem leaves with coconut oil, can have greater benefits for your hair. Boil neem leaves till they are soft and mash it then
add coconut oil. Apply the mixture
on your hair and shampoo after 1 hour. Even neem paste does wonders – and if you are wondering how
to apply neem paste to your hair,
this is it – grind some fresh neem leaves to a paste. Add some more water if required. Apply the
paste to your hair, from the root
to the tip and to the scalp too. Leave it on for 30 minutes and then shampoo. It is better to use neem
water to wash your hair so as to
get the desirable effects you want.
Conditions Hair: Just like how neem can be used to moisturize dry skin, it can also be used to
condition dry and frizzy hair. Make a paste of neem leaves boiled in a mixture of water and honey. Apply it to
the hair, and then follow it up
with a regular hair wash. Your dry hair will be well-conditioned, dandruff-free and frizz-free.
Improves Scalp
Health: Another hair mask that will help deep
condition your hair and improve scalp health can be made by mixing neem powder with amla
powder, water, and lemon juice.
Apply this to your hair and let it sit for 30 minutes before you wash it off with your regular
shampoo. The ingredients in the
pack will help keep scalp problems at bay while retaining the moisture of the hair and preventing
dryness.
Helps Prevent
Baldness: Most of us believe that baldness is a cosmetic issue.
But the lesser-known fact is that
baldness can also be a result of some long-term treatment with heavy drugs. And such cases of baldness can
be cured by using neem. Neem makes the hair
stronger and might also restore
lost hair. However, consult your doctor on this. Regular use of neem as a hair mask and neem water as a rinse
promotes hair growth. Neem also
triggers the normal functioning of the scalp to ensure regrowth of hair.
By Pupwaya Timothy Dibal
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