College of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion

 

AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS

Neem Leaf HERBAL CHOPPED (AZADIRACHTA INDICA)

Neem's pure bitter taste is famous as a blood purifier, for parasites, and to lower blood sugar levels.

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How Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Neem is a pure, and very strong, bitter. If you've never experienced true bitterness before, Neem may be an essential herb for your body. Bitter taste is a strong medicine that purifies the liver and blood. Bitter taste refreshes the palate, a gives a reality check for distorted taste buds.

Neem is widely used in Ayurveda because of its effectiveness in dealing with nearly all types of Pitta and Kapha disorders. Bitter and very cooling, it is usually combined with other herbs to offset its Vata-aggravating qualities. Neem has traditionally been used to purify the blood, cleanse the liver and support the immune system. It is also commonly used for a variety of skin irritations and inflammations, and to support healthy blood glucose levels.

Detoxification for Pitta and Kapha

  • Maintains healthy skin
  • Detoxifies the liver and blood
  • Reduces excess Pitta and Kapha in the system

Possible Contraindications:

Pregnancy, hypoglycemia, extreme fatigue, emaciation, high Vata.
Ayurveda Neem Leaf Whole Plant Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Fruit Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Flower Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Leaf Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Stem / Bark Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Root Large

Ayurveda Neem Leaf Harvested Large

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SUGGESTED USE

1/8 - 1/4 tsp in warm water twice a day or as directed by your practitioner.
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Metabolic Nature of Neem Leaf

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INCREASES
Guna Help

Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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COLD

ABOUT COLD BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.

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DRY

ABOUT DRY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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MOBILE

ABOUT MOBILE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.

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TASTES
Taste Help

The 6 Tastes

Taste is used to sense the most basic properties and effects of food. Each taste has a specific medicinal effect on your body. Cravings for food with certain tastes indicate your body is craving specific medicinal results from food. Taste is experienced on the tongue and represents your body's reaction to foods. Sweet taste causes physical satisfaction and attraction whereas bitter taste causes discomfort and aversion. Kapha should use less sweet taste while Vata and Pitta would benefit from using more sweet taste. One of the first signs of illness is that your taste and appetite for food changes. The six tastes are sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Do you crave foods with any of the tastes below?

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BITTER

ABOUT BITTER BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying Pitta pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Vata aggravating
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Neem Leaf
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Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

Antacid

ANTACID

Herbs that neutralize acidity in the gastrointestinal tract, the stomach in particular.

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Constipative

CONSTIPATIVE

An herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.

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Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Antipruritic

ANTIPRURITIC

Antipruritics are herbs that inhibit itching, often associated with skin conditions such as sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites, or contact dermatitis (as in poison ivy rashes).

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Vulnerary

MILD VULNERARY

An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).

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Antifungal

STRONG ANTIFUNGAL

Herbs that destroy fungus.

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Antimicrobial

STRONG ANTIMICROBIAL

An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.

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Anthelminthic

ANTHELMINTHIC

Kills parasitic worms (hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms, etc).

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Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.

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Antibacterial

ANTIBACTERIAL

Herbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.

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Antipyretic

ANTIPYRETIC

Reduces a fever / febrifuge.

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Antiseptic

ANTISEPTIC

Capable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Helpful in infections and for those with weak immune systems.

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Immune Calming

IMMUNE-CALMING

Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.

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, Mast Cell Stabilizer
Alterative

STRONG ALTERATIVE

Restores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.

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Refrigerant

STRONG REFRIGERANT

An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.

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Blood Thinner

BLOOD-THINNER

Herbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.

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Diuretic

DIURETIC

Herbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.

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Cholagogue

STRONG CHOLAGOGUE

Cholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.

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Hypolipidemic

HYPOLIPIDEMIC

Scrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.

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Lowers Blood Sugar

LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR

An herb that lowers blood sugar.

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Anti Estrogenic

ANTI-ESTROGENIC

Reduces estrogen, which reduces thickness of the uterus endometrium, pelvic congestive disorders like fibroids, and frequently dysmenorrhea as well.

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Contraceptive

CONTRACEPTIVE

Herbs that reduce fertility or prevent conception. There are no reliable herbal contraceptives!

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Neem Leaf

Turmeric

Turmeric has these Actions in Common

Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant, Vulnerary, Alterative, Antibacterial, Antipruritic, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugar, Anthelminthic, Antifungal, Blood-thinner, Immune-calming, Mast-cell-stabilizer, Anti-inflammatory

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Turmeric Root (Fresh)

Turmeric Root (Fresh) has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Antibacterial, Antipruritic, Immune-calming, Mast-cell-stabilizer, Anthelminthic, Antifungal, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant, Vulnerary, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Aloe Vera Juice / Gel

Aloe Vera Juice / Gel has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Antibacterial, Blood-thinner, Internal-detoxicant, Alterative, Antifungal, Cholagogue, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Dandelion Leaves

Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Immune-calming, Alterative, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Anti-estrogenic, Blood-thinner, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Burdock Root (Gobo)

Burdock Root (Gobo) has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Antimicrobial, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Anti-estrogenic, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Cilantro

Cilantro has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Blood-thinner, Hypolipidemic, Refrigerant, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Immune-calming, Antipyretic, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant

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Garlic (raw)

Garlic (raw) has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Antifungal, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant, Anthelminthic, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, Vulnerary, Antibacterial, Blood-thinner

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Cranberry

Cranberry has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Constipative, Lowers-blood-sugar, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, Refrigerant, Alterative, Blood-thinner, Immune-calming

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Chickweed

Chickweed has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Blood-thinner, Internal-detoxicant, Alterative, Diuretic, Refrigerant

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Hibiscus

Hibiscus has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Constipative, Refrigerant, Blood-thinner, Diuretic, Vulnerary, Cholagogue, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Fenugreek

Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Lowers-blood-sugar, Antipyretic, Hypolipidemic, Vulnerary, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Neem Leaf

Yarrow

Yarrow has these Actions in Common

Anti-estrogenic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Immune-calming, Antifungal, Internal-detoxicant, Antimicrobial, Vulnerary, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Blood-thinner, Alterative, Cholagogue

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Goldenseal

Goldenseal has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Alterative, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Internal-detoxicant, Antibacterial, Refrigerant, Antifungal, Vulnerary, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic, Antiseptic

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Dandelion Root

Dandelion Root has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Alterative, Internal-detoxicant, Anti-estrogenic, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Guluchyadi Kashayam

Guluchyadi Kashayam has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic, Cholagogue, Immune-calming, Alterative, Refrigerant, Antacid, Vulnerary

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Calendula, Marigold

Calendula, Marigold has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Internal-detoxicant, Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Cholagogue, Hypolipidemic

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Echinacea

Echinacea has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Refrigerant, Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant

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Ginkgo

Ginkgo has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Internal-detoxicant, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Blood-thinner, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Alterative, Immune-calming

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Bhringaraj

Bhringaraj has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Vulnerary, Antimicrobial, Antipruritic, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Immune-calming, Anthelminthic, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Internal-detoxicant, Antibacterial, Mast-cell-stabilizer, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Constipative, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Immune-calming

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Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam)

Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam) has these Actions in Common

Alterative, Immune-calming, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antipruritic, Antipyretic, Cholagogue, Diuretic

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Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Neem Leaf may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

HERB DRUG INTERACTION RISK

Here are some potential herb drug interactions. Please see your health care provider for more information.
  • Alterative: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.
  • Blood-thinner: Patients on warfarin (coumadin) and other anticoagulants, or who have clotting difficulties, should take special caution to only use blood thinners under the supervision of a medical doctor.
  • Cholagogue: Anything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.
  • Diuretic: Diuretics may clear pharmaceutical drugs more quickly, lowering the effect.
  • Hypolipidemic: May magnify the effect of cholesterol lowering drugs.

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Reviews for Neem Leaf

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Neem, should only be used for children in small quantities. You can make a tea with 8oz warm almond milk and 1/8tsp neem. Then give one tbsp to the child. since neem is a strong herb, it may be better to schedule a consultation with with a qualified herbalist or practitioner to suggest the right amount. Thanks for asking! Best, -John
Can neem be combined with other herbs to offset its Vata-aggravating qualities? Which are those herbs?
- priyanka chaudhary, Ghaziabad , 01-31-13 (Reply)
It can be combined with coconut oil, almond milk, or other nourishing ingredients. It can be combined with shatavari or other tonic herbs.
couldn't get past the repulsive taste.. almond milk helped a little but wow.. I take or have taken and adjusted to a lot of "healthy vitamin or mineral tastes" but that was a really tough one.
- april, DE
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, 10-24-13 (Reply)
Perfect any time of the day. I start and end my day with it, and feel lighter and more myself. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to feel better but not through drastic measures. I will definitely be re-ordering in the future.
- Janet, Chesapeake, VA
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, 03-02-15 (Reply)
Try it with almond milk and maple syrup. See if it helps the bitter taste!
- Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT, Albuquerque, NM , 03-02-15 (Reply)
Try it with almond milk and maple syrup. See if it helps the bitter taste!
- Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT, Albuquerque, NM , 03-02-15 (Reply)
I take neem with honey and turmeric. Mix the 3 together make into a ball or scoope it first think in the morning after drinking my warm water.. fantastic way to start the day and to boost the immune system. parasites bacteria fungus and viruses love sweet blood, so if you keep it a bit bitter they look for another place to go ?
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