How Neem Benefits Your Health?

Known for its antiviral and antibacterial properties, neem (Azadirachta Indica) has been part of several traditional medicines for centuries. As almost every part of neem — leaves, bark, flowers, and seeds — are used to make medicines, it’s often called ‘one tree pharmacy’. In Charaka Samhita, neem tree has been described as sarva roga nivarini – which means it has the qualities to prevent the onset of illnesses. In a country where neem trees are found in abundance, people must know the health benefits of this medicinal tree. 

Over here we discuss some of the health benefits of the ubiquitous neem tree:  

1. Makes skin glow: Neem leaves if consumed orally can help purify blood and remove toxins, giving you a clearer and glowing skin. Be it mild burns or infections, neem leaves can heal them. A paste of neem leaves and turmeric can help treat insect bites. You can find some useful studies here that support using neem oil for healthy and glowing skin. Before using neem oil on your face, it’s always better to do a patch test on your arm. If you don’t notice redness or swelling (or any other allergic reaction) within 24 hours, then you can use the oil.
   
   
2. Helps reduce acne: Known for its antibacterial properties, neem leaves help to eliminate toxic and excess oil, produced in the sebaceous glands. It is this excess oil that causes the dead skin cells to clump, leading to the formation of acne or pimples. By reducing this excess oil, neem leaves help reduce acne or pimples.
   
   
3. Keeps scalp healthy: A healthy scalp is necessary for healthy hair. Neem oil keeps the scalp healthy. It helps reduce thinning of hair and balding. Neem, known to be antifungal and antiviral, helps you get rid of dandruff. Which is why good ayurvedic dandruff oils contain neem.
   
   
4. Helps relieve joint pain: Neem’s anti-inflammatory properties help relieve joint pain, sprains, and swelling. You can check this ayurvedic oil to get relief from joint pain. This oil is also an effective ayurvedic medicine for sciatica pain management.
   
   
5. Helps boost the digestive system: Neem is good for your gut health. It helps treat intestinal worms and nausea. The anti-inflammatory properties of the herb also help prevent bloating.
   
   
6. Helps to improve oral health: Neem is good for your overall oral health. It helps reduce bacteria in the gums that cause the bad breath. It’s no surprise that neem bark is used as an active ingredient in a number of toothpastes and tooth powders. Neem is also used as a toothache reliever. 
   

7. Help reduce symptoms of psoriasis: Oral intake of neem extract can help reduce the symptoms of psoriasis. Psoriasis causes flaking, inflammation, and red patches on the skin. Check derm care tablets to get relief from the symptoms of psoriasis and all types of skin infections and inflammations.