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Neem Remedies

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.