Since childhood, we have been watching our mother and grandmother advise us about how vital neem is in treating infections and is good for our overall health. This herb’s therapeutic effects can be identified in its fruit, seeds, oil, leaves, roots, and even its bark. With its origins in tropical and subtropical regions, it’s no surprise that neem is regarded as a “wonder drug.” Nibbling a few neem leaves or sipping neem tea is thought to help reduce the risk of diseases such as malaria.

Stomach issues, acne and blemish, clogged pores, sunstroke, fatigue, drowsiness, and energy loss are all common during the summer. So, why not take advantage of this herb’s medicinal properties and say good-by to your summer woes?

Leaves of neem

Neem leaves are an effective germicide. During this season, consume 4-5 raw neem leaves on an empty stomach every day for one month. This strengthens the body’s ability to fight infections. It also acts as a blood purifier.

Neem, which has moisturising properties, can help dry skin. Soak some neem leaves in half a litre of water until the leaves become soft and discoloured and the water turns green. Strain the liquid into a bottle and set aside. Wipe your face with a cotton ball dipped in it. Bathing in water infused with neem leaves is also recommended.

Boil some neem leaves in water and cool it down to treat redness or irritation in your eyes and clean your eyes with the water to cool down.

• It can also be used as a Neem paste in the following ways:
• A paste made from lightly boiled coconut oil and neem leaves can be used to treat lice in the hair, itchiness, and even yeast infections of the scalp.
• The paste also protects the hair from drying out. A teaspoon of neem paste can be used to keep your brows and lashes thick.
• Apply this neem paste as a face pack for 10 minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water. The face pack will also aid in the prevention of blackheads.
• Using neem paste to treat bug bites and gashes will help them recover faster.

The bark and twigs

Several individuals use neem for it’s therapeutic qualities to fight harmful bacteria, pathogens, and plaque as a miniature toothbrush and toothpaste. It is also used to treat swollen gums and whiten teeth, as well as to control the acid rates in saliva.

Flowers of neem

Although most parts of the neem plant are bitter, the blossoms really aren’t. The off-white flowers can be used dried, fresh, or powdered in dishes such as rasam. It can be used as a garnish after being dry-roasted. These flowers can help with dizziness, headaches, and gastrointestinal disorders.

The oil of neem

It is obtained from neem seeds and yet is commonly used in hair products, creams, and soaps. Even though neem oil has anti-aging properties, it can also be used in face packs. Apply two to 3 tablespoons of neem oil diluted in water to eliminate blackheads. However, essential oil can also be used to treat earaches. If you have an acute earache, apply 2 – 3 drops of neem oil to the affected ear. This will provide pain relief. Rehashing this three to four times a day on a routine basis can aid in the treatment of any infections that may be affecting the distress.