Although Neem is one of the most ancient and most widely used herbs on earth,
intense scientific investigations of the properties of this amazing plant are only now
being undertaken. These studies are quickly verifying the efficacy of its traditional
uses and are discovering and inventing additional uses for Neem Oil. This illustrates
that traditional wisdom can guide the efforts of modern sciences in discovering
remedies for human ailments and beauty problems.
From almost the very
beginning of recorded human
history, people have taken
advantage of the remarkable
Neem tree. Even before
ancient herbalists discovered
the analgesic qualities of the
willow tree – from which
aspirin is derived – people
used branches, fruit and
leaves from the Neem to cure
many illnesses. Its medicinal
qualities are outlined in the
earliest Sanskrit writings and
its uses in Hindu medicine
date back to very remote times.
Even today, rural Indians refer
to the Neem tree as their
“village pharmacy” because it
cures diseases and disorders
ranging from bad teeth and
bedbugs to ulcers and malaria.
Neem has been mentioned as one of the most important drug in almost all systems
of Indian systems of medicine for treating a variety of diseases as well as a
preventive and health promotive agent. There are over 700 herbal preparations based
on Neem in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, Amchi and the other health traditions.
Neem a Herb