Neem
The bitter neem is Ayurveda’s great purifier: its leaves, bark and oil are used to cleanse the skin and the blood, to keep infections away and to cool the body.
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- ନିମ (Nima) · Nimba
- Botanical name: Azadirachta indica
- Family: Meliaceae
Key benefits
- Bitter and cooling; traditionally used to purify the blood
- Used for many skin problems, inside and out
- Antimicrobial — on the skin, the scalp and the gums
- Traditionally taken to support immunity
- Used in Ayurveda alongside care for blood sugar
Commonly used for
- Acne, boils and itching
- Eczema and fungal skin problems
- Dandruff and scalp problems
- Gum and tooth care (neem twigs)
- Worms and infections, traditionally
- Seasonal fevers, as part of treatment
How it is used
- Fresh leaves or juice, in small amounts, as advised
- Neem oil, or a paste of the leaves, on the skin
- Neem water for washing the skin and hair
- In classical formulations
- For children and in pregnancy, only as the doctor advises
Related care at the clinic
- Skin care
- Child care
A word before you take any herb
This page describes traditional uses in general terms. It is not a prescription: the right herb, its dose and its form depend on the person, and some herbs should be avoided in pregnancy, in children or alongside other medicines. Please consult the doctor before taking any herb.
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