Neem or Azadirachta indica is evergreen tree native to India. Its roots, bark, leaves, flowers and seeds contain compounds that are antiseptic, antiviral, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer and anti fungal. Neem is used to treat various condition such as inflammation, infections, fever, skin diseases, dental disorders and hair care.
In ayurveda Neem has been in use for more than 4500 years in Indian sub-continent and now it is growing and used world wide. There are many research has been done in US on Neem. In India neem is know as a herb to treat all diseases and used in daily life.
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Teeth:
Neem twig or datun is used to clean teeth. It act as oral deodorant, toothache reliever and Cleaners. Daily cleaning with twig protects from cavity, decay and other gum problems.
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Blood purification:
Chewing few leaves in morning helps to purify blood.
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Pimple And Acne:
Chew few leaves of neem to prevent acne. Take few leaves of neem and tulsi and grind using water to make paste. Now apply on the face for 15 mins and then wash off with plain water.
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Dandruff:
Mix 200 ml juice of neem leaves and 100 ml til ka tel and cook on low flame till all water get evaporated and only oil remains. Apply this oil on scalp to get relief from dandruff and hair fall.
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Baldness And Hair Graying:
Neem oil application on scalp prevents hair fall and premature graying of hair.
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Diabetes:
Chew 10 leaves of Neem in morning on empty stomach or take 5 ml of neem leaves juice to control diabetes.
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Eczema:
Apply neem oil on the affected area. Fresh neem leaves paste with water can also be used.