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DESCRIPTION Detoxification for Pitta and Kapha
Ayurvedic Energetics:
Herbal Actions:
Traditional Uses:
Dosage:1/8 - 1/4 tsp before meals washed down with warm water. Possible Contraindications:
4oz is approximately one month's supply. **Certified organically grown SUGGESTED USE
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSNeem Leaf may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any product for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this product to treat a medical condition.AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICS
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES 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.Here are the herbal actions of Neem Leaf: Digestion: Antacid ANTACIDHerbs that neutralize acidity in the gastrointestinal tract, the stomach in particular.Cleanse and Detox: Detoxicant DETOXICANTAn herb that eliminates or metabolizes toxins from the body.Heart & Circulation: Alterative , ALTERATIVELiterally, an herb that restores the proper function of the body. In practice, alteratives are usually blood cleansers and blood chemistry balancers. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Blood Thinner , BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.Refrigerant REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Immune System: Anthelminthic , ANTHELMINTHICKills wormsAnti Inflammatory , ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Antibacterial , ANTIBACTERIALHerbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.Antifungal , ANTIFUNGALHerbs that destroy fungus.Antipyretic , ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.Antiseptic , ANTISEPTICCapable of preventing infection by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. Helpful in infections and for those with weak immune systems.Antimicrobial ANTIMICROBIALAn 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.Liver & Gall Bladder: Cholagogue CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the release of bile from the gall bladder for improved digestion.Reproductive Health: Contraceptive CONTRACEPTIVEHerbs that reduce fertility or prevent conception. There are no reliable herbal contraceptives!Skin Care & Beauty: Antipruritic ANTIPRURITICAntipruritics are herbs that inhibit itching that is often associated with itching skin conditions such as sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites, or contact dermatitis (as in poison ivy exposure.)Weight Loss: Hypolipidemic , HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vesselsLowers Blood Sugar LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.Bowel-Poop-Elimination: Constipative CONSTIPATIVEAn herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.Reviews for Neem Leaf
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?
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.
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.
Try it with almond milk and maple syrup. See if it helps the bitter taste!
Try it with almond milk and maple syrup. See if it helps the bitter taste!
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 ?
April put a giggle on my face, i know some of the stuff i use is sooooo nasty! that i dont stick with it, but its not going to work if you dont run the race to the finish~!
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