White and delicate, neem flowers with their off-white buds are almost too pretty to be eaten and unbelievably therapeutic. The flowers have a sweet, almost mystical jasmine like scent at night, blossom once in the afternoon and then again in the evening.
Almost every ingredient associated with the neem tree – like the bark and leaves are full of goodness; it’s the same with neem flower. Ayurvedic diets consider the neem flower as an ingredient that calms the system ahead of summer – a pitta pacifier. It’s why it’s a regular feature in many homes across South India with the onset of summer.
Neem flower is considered an antiseptic that can cleanse your system. It is also known to cure skin impurities when applied on the skin. There are quite a few South Indian dishes that incorporate neem flower. These neem flowers can be used fresh, dried or in a powdered form. Commonly used in the South of India to cook number of dishes like – flower rice, rasam, pachadi, lentils etc. They are also roasted and sprinkled on top of dishes as a garnish.
Neem flower is commonly used to treat,
- Improves eyesight
- Aromatherapy
- Astringents and for massaging
- Liver Health
- Blood Detoxification
- Improves Metabolism
- Blood Sugar Balancing
- Treats Allergies
- Weight Loss
- Reduces Skin Dryness
- Natural Contraceptive
- Hair Treatment-Dandruff
- Used for skin related problems & prevents Blackheads.
- It used to treat for wounds
Benefits:
Helps us in preventing and curing the following:
- The flower is used for reducing bile, controlling phlegm, and treating intestinal worms.
- It has been observed that dried neem flower are beneficial for the human eye.
- Use it as a paste and they can help in curing dandruff and the feeling of itchiness on the scalp.
- Neem flowers do the work of cleansing your blood. Take powdered form with a glass of water regularly, it significantly detoxifies your blood.
- They are excellent in cutting excess fat, especially the fat around your belly area.
- Helps in keeping your skin hydrated. They not only moisturize but also removes excess oil from skin making it look vibrant and well nourished.
- The oil from neem flowers is used for aromatherapy as it has a calming effect.
- Boost digestion. Proper food digestion is very important.
- Help in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.
- Strengthen your liver.
Other Names:
Antelaea azadirachta, Arishta, Arishtha, Azadirachta indica, Bead Tree, Holy Tree, Huile de Neem, Indian Lilac, Indian Neem, Lilas des Indes, Lilas de Perse, Margosa, Margosa Tree, Margousier, Margousier à Feuilles de Frêne, Margousier d’Inde, Melia azadirachta, Neem Oil, Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta, Nim, Nimb, Nimba, Persian Lilac, Pride of China.
Safety Information:
- For Natural Taste & Freshness, Keep it in cool and dry place.
- Avoid direct Sunlight & Do not Refrigerate.
- Store the contents in an Airtight Container after opening the package.
- All herbal medicine should be used under Medical Supervision only.
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