The Amazing Properties of Neem Leaves as a Natural Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiparasitic, Antifungal, and Anti-cancer Potent Remedy
For hundreds of years Ayurvedic medicine has used herbs such as Neem Leaves as a potent and effective natural Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiparasitic, Antifungal, and Anti-cancer Potent Remedy.
Neem leaves are an important part of Ayurvedic medicine and contain amazing properties that make them antiviral, antibiotic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antiparasitic.
“Virtually all parts of the neem tree (leaves, seeds, bark, and stems), neem oil, and individual neem-associated phytochemicals possess antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, and/or antifungal activities.” Pub Med research published.
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Here are examples of how Ayurvedic physicians in India use Neem:
Using Neem as a natural antibiotic is much cheaper and less adulterated than Goldenseal or Oregano.
Applied topically, the oil is used for dry, itchy skin or scalp conditions, including wounds, skin ulcers, burning skin conditions, skin cancer, skin diseases, leprosy, and syphilitic sores.
Used as an anti-inflammatory compound, Neem leaf salve is used to relieve minor muscle and joint pain. It seems to have an effect on balancing prostaglandin levels. Indian doctors use it for rheumatism and arthritis.
Neem bark (powdered leaf) is used to reduce stomach acid and support improved digestion
Neem bark is chewed to promote healthy teeth in gums. These chew sticks have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. You can buy neem as a dental powder to help the health of your teeth and gums. You can buy the neem branch sticks to chew, as the people in India do.
Antiviral-
Lab research shows Neem is effective as an antiviral agent against Vaccinia virus, Chikungemya and measles virus.
Anti-fungal properties
Neem shows effectiveness against Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, MicrosporTrichosporon, Geotricum and Candida.
Neem contains antioxidants
Neem bark contains concentrated antioxidants such as glutathione and flavonoids such as quercetin and rutin,
Neem and Lyme Disease-
Its anti-inflammatory properties have been found, although I can’t bring in research to support my experience, that for me, taking Neem capsules takes away the deep pain in my eyes, and some of the other head inflammation symptoms. Since Neem has anti-inflammatory properties, it also helps with joint pain and other pains in my body. Its anti-inflammatory properties are supported by research studies.
I grew the trees in TN, so it was natural to use the Neem since nothing else seemed to work on the deep eye pain. I also use it as a natural preventative for all the infections and viruses going through our community.
Neem and Cancer Studies
Neem leaf powder and bark have been proven in lab research studies to boost the immune system response, increase white blood cells, including the Killer-T cells, and boost antibodies and macrophages.
Neem Research Shows Promise in CLL Cancer
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common adult leukemia and is currently incurable. To expand the therapeutic armamentarium, we investigated neem leaf extract (NLE) after a patient with CLL demonstrated disease regression upon taking oral NLE. NLE-mediated apoptosis was examined in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) from 41 patients with CLL.
NLE induced a dose-dependent reduction in CLL cell viability, with significant apoptosis observed at 0.06% (w/v) by 24 h. Annexin-V staining and poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase 1 (PARP-1) and caspase 3 cleavage were observed after NLE treatment. However, a pan-caspase inhibitor only partially blocked NLE-mediated cell death. Neem helps with diabetes, according to research
Neem fruit is suggested for diabetics to help them lower blood sugar levels.
This incredible leaf portrays strong anti-diabetic properties, which play a key role in pacifying the blood sugar levels in the body. The β-pancreatic cells, which help in the production of insulin, become extremely active on the consumption of the leaf powder or juice. It also helps to reduce the breakdown of starch into glucose, which leads to low blood glucose levels in the body and maintains a balanced diabetic reading.
Contraindications
Neem shouldn’t be given to newborns, pregnant women or women trying to conceive.
Neem leaves and powdered bark products has been found to be non-toxic but should not be used by women attempting to become pregnant. It is used as an anti-fertility treatment in those countries.
Do NOT ingest neem oil internally!
Neem Oil is used to kill plant bugs and disease:
There have been several books and many research papers published on this valuable tree for medicine and as a biopesticide. One of the best books on the benefits of Neem has been published by the National Academy Press, titled Neem: A Tree for Solving Global Problems. Research around the world is proving its value in medical conditions such as AIDs and Cancer. How can that be true? Scientists have identified more than 115 compounds in the neem tree, which include isoprenoids, gedunin, vilasinin, c-secomeliacins, glycosides, tannins, and non-isoprenoids.
Dosage on Neem Leaf Capsules and Bark
I would start out with the dosage suggested on the bottle to begin with. Bottle dosages range from 600 mg to 1000 mg per day.
If you are sensitive to foods and products, go with the 600 mg.
If you have no problems with taking herbs, the 1000mg might be fine.
The dosage is determined by the sensitivity of the individual taking it. Starting at the lower dosage is a good start, generally speaking.
Neem is extremely bitter, so don’t buy it in bulk unless you can handle bitter herbs. I buy the bulk and put it in capsules myself. I buy from Banyan Herbs because of the tests, such as for heavy metals and toxins, that they perform on their products.
Resources:
Neem Tree Farms, which sells trees, seeds, dry Neem leaves, chew sticks, and other Neem products, also houses some links to published research studies that all of you should read.
Neem is very effective against pathogens and is cheaper than herbs such as Goldenseal. I have used it now for a few years and have grown my own dwarf house trees as well. I bought the original trees from Neem Farms and bought some of their health care products, such as their face cream. Photo permission from Neem Tree Farms in Florida. Links below.
https://neemtreefarms.com/why-neem-for-oral-care/
https://neemtreefarms.com/clinical-trial-shows-remarkable-results-treating-diabetes-with-neem/
https://neemtreefarms.com/neem-bark-extract-like-penicillin-for-strep-throat/
https://neemtreefarms.com/neem-in-the-news-three-specific-reports-with-wide-ranging-applications/
https://neemtreefarms.com/top-neem-research-articles/
Here you will find various published research studies on Neem, its leaves, its bark, and oil.
PubMed.gov http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15777222
http://www.indianscience.org/essays/t_es_agraw_neem.shtml
Note: The FDA and AMA have not approved the statements in this article. It is for education only. This information is not meant to prescribe or diagnose any problem. Please consult your doctor before using herbs for your health problem.