Neem has always been known as a magical tree, offering large number of
remedies for problems and ailments. It is used to cure both human and
animal ailments.
Neem remedial action for diseases
- The antimicrobial properties of neem bark, leaves, twigs and
seeds are used to cure skin allergies, rashes, acne, blemishes etc.
- It is used in medicines as a cure for leprosy. The extracts are
also used to manufacture drugs and ointments beneficial in curing
arthritis.
- Neem twigs are used in raw or powdered form for oral care, dental
companies consider neem to be a sure shot cure for most of the
periodontal problems and hence, it is an active ingredient in a
number of herbal tooth pastes and tooth powders.
- Bark and twig extracts are used in ayurveda medicinal system to
cure fevers and malaria.
- Neem leaves extracts are used in digestion aiding pills and often
used to cure blood pressure problems.
- Neem is used extensively in agriculture as a means to repel pests
and insects, neem oil and extracts are used as natural pesticides,
insecticides, soil conditioner, manure etc.
- It is also used in veterinary medicine as a cure for a number of
diseases, the anti bacterial and anti viral properties of neem help
to mange the health of animals. It is also used as an animal
feedant.