Neem Benefits and Disadvantages!

Author: Danish Ahmad

Neem tree (Ajadirach Indica) is an evergreen tree which is part of the Mahogany family. In India, neem was commonly called "village pharmacy" because it has innumerable health benefits. In many countries, almost every part of the neem tree is used in traditional medicine. Stem, root bark, and young fruits are used as tonics and astringent, and bark is used in the form of analgesic and for the treatment of malaria and skin diseases. While neem leaves have been traditionally used for leprosy, skin ulcers, eye disorders, stomach disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular and blood vessels, diseases, fever, gingivitis, and liver disorders.

Benefits of Neem/ ??????????????????????

1. Oral Health:

Neem extract contains strong antiseptic compounds; They can destroy the bacteria, which can cause cavity, odor and gum disease. Neem's powerful antibacterial activity makes it a famous organ in toothpaste, mouthwash, and oral health tonic.

2. For skin:

Neem oil helps rid the skin of dry skin and it helps in cooling itching, red, inflamed skin. In the practice of Ayurveda, neem oil is commonly used for the treatment of psoriasis and eczema. Neem oil contains high levels of antioxidants, which help protect the skin from the free radicals caused by sun, environmental toxins, and other harmful factors.

3. For swelling:

Traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine has recommended the use of neem leaves, seeds and bark to reduce arthritis, pain, and swelling and prevent disease progression.

4. Antimicrobial:

Neem seeds and leaves contain antibacterial, anticonvulsant and antifungal properties. Neem is effective on Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms and other bacteria, which is the cause of a wide range of human and animal diseases including E-coli, Streptococcus and Salmonella.

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5. For reproductive health:

Many studies have shown that neem oil is an effective contraceptive in both situations, before and after coitus. It reduces fertility in both men and women, without affecting sexual performance or libido. Neem also acts as a sperm and can prevent sexually transmitted infections when used as a vaginal suppository.

6. For lice:

Neem effectively kills the lice at all stages of its life cycle.

7. For ulcers:

Neem has powerful gastroprotek and antialuctor properties.

8. For cancer:

Many components found in neem leaves can be helpful in the treatment of cancer, including vitamin c, beta-carotene quercetin, azadiratin, azadiron, doxonbimbyide, chymiferol.

Side effects of neem

Despite this huge range of potentially beneficial uses, there are some side effects associated with neem.

1. Pregnancy complications:

If you are pregnant or can get pregnant then you should not consume neem leaf supplements in any form. The immune system is highly active in contact with neem. This causes the body to reject sperm cells or to take out the pregnant fetus.

2. Not suitable for infants:

Neem substances are known to cause symptoms of Rhythm syndrome in infants.

3. causes fatigue:

Ayurveda experts recommend those suffering from fatigue to avoid neem consumption because it has a high chance of increasing the severity of the disease.