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What is Neem?

  • November 18, 2023

Neem tree, also known as Azadirachta Indica has many benefits. Every part of neem, from its roots, to barks, from its fruit to leaves, have their medicinal benefits.  The Neem tree has powerful pharmacological properties, including antiviral, antibacterial, and antihistamine, as well as germ-killing capabilities.

Neem, a popular evergreen tree attains a height of 40 to 50 feet and is commonly found in India, Africa and America. Due to its medicinal properties, it has been used in ayurvedic medicine for more than 4000 years. The United Nations declared the neem tree as “Tree of the 21st century”. In 1992, the US National Academy of Science published a report on “Neem: A tree to solve global problems.”

In Indian Villages, Neem tree is also known as The Village dispensary, which means ‘a clinic for medicine’ as it offers a number of benefits to the people, and virtually every part of the tree is used in some or the other form. After years of research, trials, and testing, neem has become a popular home remedy for common skin, hair, bruises and other health related problems.

Benefits of Neem

  1. Neem tastes extremely bitter that makes it helpful to treat diabetes. It has Strong hypoglycaemic characteristics. Neem extract can help to revive cells that produce insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar.
  1. It is one of the best agents to fight bodily infections. Neem’s powerful action does not allow any parasite or microbial to grow. Neem has been used by the traditional medicinal practitioners extensively to cure people from the most common cause of death at that time i.e., infections. Azadirachtin, also known as azadirachtin, is the compound that gives neem its anti-microbial and antiseptic properties.
  1. Neem is an anti-inflammatory agent that relieves pain in the joints. It reduces joint swelling and decreases pain due to arthritis
  2. In India, neem is used extensively to maintain oral health. It helps keep our gums and teeth strong and healthy. Neem twig (datun), has been widely used since prehistoric times to clean and prevent any type of infection. Scientifically, neem has been shown to be effective in preventing gum bleeding and tooth decay.
  3. Neem can also be used to treat viral diseases like chicken-pox and smallpox, because of its powerful anti-microbial properties.
  1. It helps in protecting the liver from any damage. Chemically induced liver damage can be reduced by Neem leaf by stabilizing serum marker enzyme levels and increasing levels of Antioxidants, such as those found in vitamin C, E, and natural carotenoids which helps in preventing damage and neutralizing free radicals.
  1. High cholesterol, blood clots, arrhythmic heart action and high blood pressure are all major causes of heart attack. Neem is a great help in such conditions. The leaf extracts of this herb have shown to reduce clotting, lower blood pressure, and bad cholesterol, slow down rapid or abnormally fast heartbeat, and inhibit irregular heart rhythms.
  1. Neem is a very effective agent for treating all types of skin problems. As mentioned earlier, Neem is very effective and beneficial in suppressing any type of infection in the body. According to Ayurvedic views, pint-related skin problems are caused by aggravation of pitta dosha. Neem can be used to reduce the pitta and help with skin problems. You can use Neem for both oral and local applications.

COMMON WAYS TO USE NEEM IN REGULAR LIFE

  • Chewing 8-10 neem leaves regularly is recommended for people with diabetes and hypertension.
  • Neem twigs and neem tooth powder have been used for maintaining healthy teeth and gums.
  • A decoction prepared from the leaves of neem is used as a head wash to remove premature greying of hair, hair loss, lice infestation and dandruff.
  • Filtered Juice of neem leaves is warmed slightly and applied as eye drops.
  • Juice of neem leaves and equal quantity of honey when mixed together and instilled as ear drops, helps reduce inflammation in the ear.
  • People with jaundice are advised to take juice of neem leaves (15-30ml) and half the quantity of honey is taken on an empty stomach for seven days.
  • One teaspoon full of dry neem leaf powder, same quantity of ghee and dry gooseberry powder, with sufficient quantity of honey, helps curb allergic eruptions.
  • Neem leaves are used to soothe the patient and prevent further spreading of the virus during the course of the infection. The patient is given a bath with water in which neem leaves are soaked, as a post treatment care.
  • Drinking neem juice regularly is one of the best ways to reduce acne and pimples, and keep the skin clear. On top of that, regular use of neem face packs and skin care products, help clear the skin externally, by removing black & whiteheads, even out the skin tone, remove scars and treats skin infections.

Why Choose Mangoherbs

You must have seen several brands selling neem juice online.But the question which comes in everyone’s mind is which is the best amongst all neem juice brands.The Answer is Mangoherbs.

  • Mangoherbs Neem Pro is 100% original & pure Neem. It contains no added flavours, colours, thickeners or additives.
  • Mangoherbs Neem Pro is approved by FSSAI and is GMP-certified. It is lab tested to ensure safety.
  • We use traditional process of extracting Neem juice so that you get the purest juice in the most natural form possible.

FAQ

  1. What should I take Neem juice with? Neem juice can be taken alone or in concoction with other herbs, depending on the usage. For e.g. NEEM + KARELA & JAMUN + AMLA is excellent for blood sugar control and diabetics. NEEM + ALOE VERA + AMLA is excellent for maintaining a clear skin and acne cure. NEEM + GILOY + TULSI is very helpful for Blood Pressure patients. NEEM + KARELA & JAMUN + AMLA + GILOY is excellent for liver health.
  1. Can you use it daily ? Yes it can be safely used regularly. But neem should be given a break after sometime. So, you can take it for 3 weeks and give a week off, and continue again.
  1. Can I use Neem Juice while pregnant? All herbs or supplements must be stopped during pregnancy, and should only be taken under doctor’s supervision. Neem is not to be consumed during pregnancy or lactation.
  1. How long does it take Neem Juice to work? All herbs take time to work, unlike medicines which give you instant effect, as herbs correct the internal issues from the root cause. But neem will start showing results in some days itself.
  1. Can I give Neem Juice to my child? Unless recommended by a qualified Ayush doctor, herbs are not to be given for children.
  1. Can diabetic and BP patients take Neem Juice? Yes, it can be safely and very effectively taken by diabetic and hypertension patients.
  1. Do I need to refrigerate Neem Juice once it is opened? It’s not needed as such. Just store it in a dark and cool place, and finish it in time, after opening.