Neem is one of the plants that have medical powers; it is known to purify blood and detoxify the body. The herb has a well deserved prestige for its medical powers, particularly in skin care.
For centuries, Neem has been known as a 'germ killer' because of its anti-bacterial property, which is productive on pimples and acne. Its anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties also promote good skin health.
Such as the coconut tree, roughly all parts of the Neem tree are useful. These distinct parts are beneficial for distinct sickness. Neem leaves are used to help ease neuromuscular pains, or Vatik disoeders agreeing to Ayurveda. The leaves are reported to remove toxins, purify blood and prevent free radicals damage in the body by neutralizing them.
The white astringent, anthelmintic and nontoxic Neem flowers are used in vitiated conditions of pitta (balancing body heat) and kapha (cough formation). Fruits from the Neem tree are bitter, purgative, anti-hemorrhoidal and anthelmintic (get rids of leech worms) in nature.
Neem seeds are anthelmintic, cures or prevents leprosy, and ant-poisonous. The main active ingredients in mosquito coils comprise seeds, leaves and dry Neem cakes.
The bark of the Neem is cool, bitter, astringent, acrid and refrigerant. These properties are beneficial in treating fatigue, cough, fever, appetite loss, and infestations of worms. It can heal wounds and is also used to treat skin disorders. Twigs are used as toothbrushes and dental care.
By crushing the seeds, we can get Neem oil that is very medicinal, antidermatonic and a excellent vermifuge.
With all the benefits emitted by each part of the Neem tree, it is no wonder that the Neem is known as "Nature's Drugstore".