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The curative nature of the neem plant is said to have begun when a drop of nectar (amrita) fell onto it from the cup of immortality. If you\u2019ve ever tasted neem you will remember how bitter it tastes; the bitter principles indicate the plants use in treating inflammations and infections of the skin and digestive tract.","key_benefits":"Supports digestion\r\nSkin inflammations","how_does_it_feel":"The neem tree is a robust and fast-growing plant that can live for up to 200 years. A mature tree can reach heights of 20m and spreads of 10m. The tree will produce yellow fruits after four years of growth and its flowers are white and have a wonderfully sweet scent. Its leaves are narrow and lanceolate in shape, compound and comprise of 15 leaflets arranged in alternate pairs. Neem thrives in well-drained soils all over India at altitudes of up to 1000m. All parts of this plant are highly regarded in medicine.","hdif_image_1":1046,"hdif_image_2":5383,"hdif_image_3":501,"hdif_video":"","sense":[18,786],"what_can_i_use_it_for":"Neem contains two chemical constituents known as azadiractin and nimbin which are responsible for the anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory activities of the plant. These constituents are fast-acting, potent and bitter enabling it to target and fight infections incredibly efficiently. Neem can alter the environment within which invading pathogens thrive, effectively fighting infection in the digestive system and in the skin. Its strong anti-inflammatory properties ensure a healthy inflammation response providing symptomatic relief to infection.","into_the_heart_of":"\"\"Neem is a primary herb for dealing with all manner of infection caused by bacteria, fungi and parasites. It can effectively treat inflammatory conditions that have become rooted within the body and require strong bactericides and fungicides.\r\n\r\nThe strong medicinal activities of this plant are most prominent within the digestive tract and the skin, proving it invaluable for characteristic irritated, inflamed and infected conditions of both systems. Neem also provides protection for the delicate mucous membranes of the mouth, keeping it healthy and vital.\r\n\r\nNeem has the ability to fight infection and also encourage a strong and healthy inflammation response giving this plant the ability to fight infection but also provide symptomatic relief.\r\n\r\nNeem has cooling, drying and bitter qualities which have made it effective where cleansing and detoxification of the blood is indicated. Its purifying actions within the blood also ensure that the skin and digestive tract are supplied with a healthy flow of blood, encouraging a rejuvenating and rapid healing response in previously infected or damaged tissues and also preventing a recurrence.\r\n

Skin<\/h3>\r\nNeem is most effective in inflammatory skin conditions characterised by aggravated\u00a0rakta<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0pitta<\/em>\u00a0with itching, oozing, burning and infection. Therefore it is indicated in eczema and psoriasis when active with auspitz sign, bleeding, acne, urticaria, ringworm, scabies and lice. The oil is especially effective with fungal and bacterial infections when used externally at 2\u20135% dilution. The constituent azadarachtin gives neem its intense bitterness and renowned anti-bacterial and fungicidal activity. These properties, plus its chlorophyll content, adds to its potential as a deodorant for putrid smelling sweat.\r\n

GIT<\/h3>\r\nNeem is used in intestinal inflammation and is specific for hyperacidity, ulcers, colitis and Crohn\u2019s disease with high pitta<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0kapha<\/em>. Neem also clears mucus and bleeding from the GIT and is useful in fissures, fistulas and haemorrhoids influenced by local congestion in the lower bowel. Neem is effective at fighting and clearing the intestines of parasites and worms and is very useful in chronic intestinal dysbiosis such as with\u00a0Candida albanicans<\/em>, protazoal infections and bacterial infestation.\r\n

Lungs<\/h3>\r\nThe bitter and dry qualities of Neem are very useful for clearing kapha\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0pitta<\/em>\u00a0accumulations from the respiratory passages.<\/em>\r\n

Metabolic<\/h3>\r\nNeem has an affinity for\u00a0medavahasrotas<\/em>\u00a0and is utilised in\u00a0Diabetes mellitus\u00a0<\/em>to support the system and regulate blood sugar levels. It clears\u00a0kapha\u00a0<\/em>accumulations from the pancreas and activates\u00a0medavdhatuagni\u00a0<\/em>which rectifies the compromised fat and water metabolism that is so common in diabetes.\r\n

Mouth<\/h3>\r\nNeem has a traditional usage for toothache, gingivitis and general oral hygiene. An infusion of the leaves can be used as a mouthwash and the young twigs are traditionally used as toothbrushes in India.\r\n

Fevers<\/h3>\r\nNeem is useful in high fevers from\u00a0pitta<\/em>\u00a0and accumulations of\u00a0ama<\/em>; especially in the intermittent fevers of malaria-like diseases.\r\n

Reproduction<\/h3>\r\nAs with many bitter herbs, Neem reduces\u00a0shukra dhatu<\/em>\u00a0and lowers the sperm count. However, it does have an affinity for the uterus and can reduce any inflammatory disorders affecting the reproductive system.","tradtional_uses":"","what_practioners_say":"","research":"","did_you_know":"In Indian traditions, the Neem tree is also known as the \u2018toothbrush tree\u2019 because its branches were traditionally used to clean the teeth and protect the mouth and gums from infection. 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