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Using Neem
Traditional Preparation Vs. Manufactured Products
Before manufactured products became widely available, neem
had to be prepared by hand. The use of a pestle and
mortar to grind the leafs into a powder or to extract the
oil from the seeds was the traditional method. Today,
there are a wide variety of neem based products available to
just about anyone. Instead of soaking in a bathtub
full of neem leafs, extracts and bath products can be used
to get the same medicinal benefits. Neem capsules are
also available, though some believe that drinking a
traditional neem tea is more effective than ingesting neem
in capsule form. Neem For The Skin
Today, there are several neem products available for skin
treatments and daily skin care. Neem in soap form is a
great way to get the benefits of neem without having to
change your daily habits much. Simply replace your
regular soap bar with a neem based soap. The same with
your hair and oral care products- neem shampoo, conditioner,
toothpaste and mouthwash are now available. Neem based
lotions, creams, gels, facial masques and other products can
also be found- on the internet if not locally.
Neem Taken Internally Ingesting neem
can be beneficial for a number of ailments. Neem has
many therapeutic qualities and effects that make it worth
adding to your daily supplementation. For example,
neem has anti-inflammatory qualities that make it beneficial
for arthritis sufferers. It is also good for the
immune system, digestive disorders, circulatory disorders,
and a multitude of other common problems.
Neem As A Pesticide Neem seed oil
eliminates garden variety pests quite effectively, yet is it
environmentally safe. It works as an "anti-feedant",
meaning insects that eat vegetation refuse to eat anything
covered with it. The neem also helps reduce the pest
population by reducing the insects ability to reproduce.
As effective as neem is on bad insects, it will not harm
beneficial insects like ladybugs, worms and grubs.
Actually, research has shown that worms and grubs are
actually attracted to and thrive in neem drenched soil. |
