The concept and of Ayurveda originated in India about 3,000 year’s ago. It has been a favoured medicine system specially in India for a number of deseases. The practice of Ayurveda was established by The Indian Medical Council in 1971. The Ayurveda practitioners grace almost 500 million people in India with healthcare facilities. Body exercises, Yoga and herbal preparations are the part of Ayurveda measures of remedy. Ayurveda states that a human body is made up of three doshas, Vata dosha, Pitta dosha and Kapha dosha. Ayurveda believes that a perfect balance between the Tridosha’s of the human body should be maintained for a healthy living.
Ayurveda employees the “Panchakarma” methods in it’s treatments and medicines. Panchakarma therapies applies various processes for the rejuvenation of the body, cleansing and enhancing the longevity.
Panchakarma consists of Virechan,Vaman,Basti,Rakta moksha and Nasya.
Ayurveda treatments produces from the Ayurvedic herbs. All the Ayurvedic plants, medicines and herbs have a vast number of benefits. We we’ll mention the benefits of a most popular plant Neem. Neem is well known to everyone but all the positive benefits of it are not known by the majority.
What is Neem??
Neem is Ayurveda plant being consumed from the ancient times. The scientific name of neem of Neem is Azadirachta indica. The Neem tree originates from the mohagany family in flora kingdom. Apart being the native indian plant, Neem also grows in the regions of southern Iran. It is a familiar plant in our country and is found everywhere. Let’s now state some of the benefits of Neem.
Benefits of Neem:-
Skin deseases – Neem is the most effective Ayurveda plant in terms of benefit on our skin. Neem has so many natural chemicals that balances the texture and moisture of the skin.
Leprosy – It is effective for a person suffering from leprosy. Leprosy is desease mainly causing in skin and nerves of the body.
Eye disorders – Consumption of Neem also helps in fighting against eye related deseases. Neem has the power to cure all the eye problems.
Bleeding use – If you have a problem of often bloody nose, you must try to take Neem it will definitely help in healing the problem forever.
Intestinal warms – Neem has positive effects on the intestinal warms too. In many people suffering from intestinal problem it was found that Neem cures it.
Loss of appetite – Neem purifies the blood in our body and Detoxifies it. Hence, it helps in the condition of low appetite and skin deseases and heals them quickly.
Cardiovascular problems – Cardiovascular problems also generates from the blood sicknesses and therefore, Neem repairs all the cardiovascular problems.
Diabetes – Neem is well known for it’s property to control the sugar level in our body. It helps a person to fight diabetes and reduces it in a short time.
Acne and scars – The paste of neem when applied on acne and scars, can help in reducing it. It also helps in minimising pigmentation overnight.
Dandruff – The powder of Neem helps in fighting excess Dandruff. Neem removes it from the root.
Immunity – It’s anti-bacterial and anti-fungal can strengthen the immune system and keep infections away.
Mouth deseases – Neem also helps in getting rid of any bacteria in the mouth that cause plaque, tooth decay and tooth ache.
How to use Neem :-
• The most common way to consume Neem is to chew it’s leaf in raw state. You can pluck it’s leaves from the tree and wash them. After washing you can chew 5-10 leaves per day in the morning followed by one glass of warm water.
• Neem tablets are also available in the market. Baidyanath and Patanjali are the two popular companies that manufacture it’s tablets. You can take 2 tablets per day (1 in the morning and 1 in the evening) with warm water.
• If you are taking tablets you should not consume it within 30 minutes of your meals. After 30 minutes you can take it any form.
• Neem powder, it is much more beneficial and effective than the tablets. The powder of neem is too bitter in taste but the most fruitfull.
• The doses of neem differ on the basis of deseases it is being used. Like, if you are taking it for leprosy the doses will be high. While you are consuming if for appetite the dose should be comparatively low.
Side effects of Neem:-
Undoubtedly there are some contradictions in Neem. All the substances that are being eaten in this world have atleast some minor negative points. Ayurveda believes that there no any type of side effects in using the herbs but some researches say it has. So, it’s our duty to mention the side effects and some precautions while taking Neem.
• Firstly, you should not consume Neem regularly for a long period of time. You have take if for some months and then have short interval and then again start consumption.
• In the condition of pregnancy, the women must not use neem in any state without under the supervision of a doctor. Taking Neem while in pregnancy can lead to abortion.
• If a lady is breast feeding a child, she should not consume Neem. It can mix up with milk and give a bitter taste to the child.
• Neem can lead to dryness in our body. You must not use it for a long time. You should consult an Ayurveda doctor before taking it.
These were the 4 major side effects that can be caused due to Neem. It is advised to usr any Ayurvedic product or any other medicines in the supervision of a doctor.
Additional facts:-
The neem tree grows up to 15-20 metres in height. It is considered as an evergreen tree. The white and fragrant flowers of Neem are arranged in more-or-less drooping axillary panicles which are about 25 centimeters long. The fruit of Neem forms an olive like structure shaping from elongate oval to nearly roundish. Neem has the elasticity to grow in any type of soil, though produces best in well drained and sandy soils. It can tolerate high to high temperatures but not below 4°C. Neem is also known as nimtree or indian lilac.
Conclusion:-
Ayurvedic herbs are being used and promoted all over the world for over thousands of years ago. The consumption of Ayurvedic medicines have never been a bad idea. Any group of people can use Neem without any question. We also recommend you to atleast try once and observe the difference in your over all healthiness.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is Neem used for
Neem has many health benefits on your body. It can be used to treat skin diseases, leprosy, eye disorders, bleeding nose, Intestinal worms, loss of appetite, Cardiovascular problems, Diabetes, etc. Neem ( In some studies) has also been found to cure acne and scars, reduce dandruff, boost immunity, treat mouth diseases too. Chewing Neem leaf rawly helps to keep your mouth fresh always.
Can you take Neem every day?
Neem is a magical herb and one of the best Ayurvedic medicines with the power to cure a number of diseases. Yes, you can surely consume Neem every day. It is not harmful until you consume in so much high amounts. But as a whole, Neem is suitable for everyone and you can consume it daily in any way.
Is neem toxic to humans
Not at all. Neem is an Ayurvedic herb that has many health benefits over human body. It’s not toxic. But somewhat it can be toxic if you are taking in very large amounts. Anything when taken excessively, becomes toxic for your body. But Neem can’t be considered as much toxic for your body.
What is Neem in English
Neem doesn’t have any specific english name. Most commonly it is known as Neem tree. The scientific name of Neem is Azadirachta indica.
