The efficacy and function of neem leaves

Do you know what neem leaves are? If you know, do you understand the effects and functions of neem leaves? As a traditional medicinal material, what regulatory effects does neem leaf have on our body? We will analyze them one by one for you below.

[Source] It is the leaves of Toosendan or Melia toosendan of the Meliaceae family. Harvested in summer and autumn, and sun-dried.

[Pharmacological action] The water extract of neem leaves (2-5%) can prevent grasshoppers, locusts and other insects from attacking plants, and is non-toxic to humans and animals. Its active ingredient is carotenoids.

[Properties and flavors] "Guangdong Chinese Medicine" II: "bitter, cold, slightly toxic."

【Functions and indications】Analgesic, insecticidal. Treat hernia, ascariasis, swelling and pain from falls, furuncle, and skin eczema.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian. For external use: decoct in water for washing, mash into juice for application or grind into powder for application.

[Additional prescription] ① Treat hernia and kill roundworms: decoct the leaves and fruits of neem tree and drink the juice. (Zhejiang Folk Herbs)

[Clinical application] Treatment of suppurative skin diseases: Take neem leaves, wash and chop them, add 3000 ml of water for every 1 catty, boil for 40 to 60 minutes, cool and filter, and put into a sterilized glass bottle for later use. Add 5 ml of 10% carbolic acid solution to every 1000 ml of solution for preservation. Usage: First use neem leaf solution to wash the pus scab on the wound surface, then soak the sterilized gauze with the solution for wet compress on the wound, add drops of the solution to the gauze every 3 to 5 hours to keep it moist. If the wound is extensive or the affected area is difficult to wet, the wound can be washed with this solution three times a day. Generally, the wound surface will become dry, the redness will fade, and the itching will be significantly relieved on the first day after medication; scabs will form and debris will fall off after 2 to 4 days of treatment. A total of 34 cases of impetigo, eczematoid dermatitis, chronic eczema and other diseases were treated, and 25 of them were cured.

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Through the above description, we know what neem leaves are and what effects they have. Neem leaves have high medicinal value and are beneficial to improving the immune system, making them a worthy choice for us.