Neem Oil- Veppenna A Traditional Medicine of Nature
Neem Oil- Veppenna A Traditional Medicine of Nature
Neem oil is vegetable oil which is obtained from the fruits and seeds of the neem.Neem tree is native to the Indian subcontinent.The oil is available in different colours which are golden yellow, yellowish brown, reddish brown, dark brown, greenish brown, or bright red. And its odour is the combination of garlic and peanut .It is bitter in taste and is not used for cooking.Neem oil is mainly used for cosmetics and for medicinal purposes.
Some of the important uses are here…
For Skin
- Neem oil is enriched with nutrients so it is used in lots of cosmetics , lotions , creams and soaps.
- The oil contains antioxidants so that protects our skin from the polluted environmental damages
- As neem oil contains carotenoids this prevents ageing of skin
- Oil contains high level of essential fatty acids and vitamins so it rejuvenates skin and maintains its elasticity
- It can fight against bacteria and removes pimples from skin
- Fungal infections like ringworms , nail fungus and athletes foot etc can cure using neem oil
- This is an effective skin conditioner
- Removes pigmentation
For Hair
- Daily massage of neem oil can provide a healthy scalp and hair
- It is natural medicine for dry scalp and dandruff
- This oil can be used as conditioner for rough and dry hair
- Oil can improve hair growth and removes splits
Other important uses
- This can be used for dental care as an antiseptic
- It can be used as medicines for diabetes, arthritis, blood disorder and digestive problems.
- The oil is used for making Pesticides, Fungicides and Germicides
- it is a good wound healing medicine
- And also can prevent mosquitos
- Balancing immune system of our body
- Anti-inflammatory use such as arthritis, muscular pains and inflamed wounds.
- prevent digestive issues like diarrhoea and constipation.
- The oil can be used to reduce the size of cancer tissues
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