Which part of the neem tree is considered medicinally useful?

Neem leaves have long been used as a traditional treatment for diabetes, and there is some clinical evidence suggesting that it may help control blood sugar levels. Neem oil and neem bark and leaves are unsafe for consumption by pregnant women and can cause miscarriage.

Why is the neem tree considered to be very valuable in our country?

Neem is extremely useful in urban forestry because it has remarkable ability to withstand air and water pollution as well as heat. Neem also helps in restoring and maintaining soil fertility which makes it highly suitable in agro-forestry. Neem is a natural resource to keep environment clean.

Why the neem tree is so important in the treatment of malaria?

It is speculated that neem is even more effective against malaria in the body than in the laboratory because it is thought to stimulate the immune system: it also lowers the fever and increases the appetite, thus speeding recovery. Neem oil has been found to be an effective mosquito repellent.

Why are Tulsi and neem known as medicinal plants?

Explanation: Tulsi is used in Ayurvedic preparations for treating different afflictions. Tulsi leaves, oil and extracts have a significantexpansive number of medicinal uses and can be utilized as a naturalinsecticide. Neem (Azadirachta indica)is a tree of Meliaceaefamily.

What are the various advantages of neem as mentioned in the chapter?

Use of Neem has been recommended by Ayurveda for a wide range of diseases. Such usage are attributed to its purification effect on blood. Scientific research on Neem demonstrates it to be a Panacea. It is suggested to be an antibacterial, anthelmintic, antiviral, anticancer and more importantly Immunomodulatory agent.

What are the benefits of neem for skin?

It has been used in beauty regimens and skin care to:

• treat dry skin and wrinkles.
• stimulate collagen production.
• reduce scars.
• heal wounds.
• treat acne.
• minimize warts and moles.

How is Neem beneficial to the environment?

Afforestation: The large scale plantation of neem trees help to combat desertification, deforestation, soil erosion and to reduce excessive global warming (Sateesh, 1998). Neem has high rate of photosynthesis and liberates more oxygen than many other tree species, thus purifying the atmosphere (Nigam et al., 1994).

Is neem tree fruit edible?

Edible parts: Fruit, Leaves, Flowers, Sap. Young bitter leaves of Neem are cooked and eaten in India. Fully ripe fruit pulp is eaten raw or cooked and used for drinks. Refined oil from the seeds can be used for cooking.

What are the health benefits of neem tree leaves?

Neem leaf is used for leprosy, eye disorders, bloody nose, intestinal worms, stomach upset, loss of appetite, skin ulcers, diseases of the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular disease), fever, diabetes, gum disease (gingivitis), and liver problems. The leaf is also used for birth control and to cause abortions.