Neem and Diabetes

Neem tree has been used since time immemorial

in treating large number of diseases. Its uses
have been mentioned in the early Vedic texts as
a naturally occurring wonder drug curing
diseases like blood pressure and diabetes. The
traditional system of medicine such as ayurveda
has been making use of this herb to cure the
disease. In the modern times, diabetes is more
of a life style disease rather than anything else;
Neem is being widely used by herbal medicine
manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies
as more and more people all across the globe
fall victim to it. It is a cause of number of other
diseases like heart disease, blindness etc.

Par t of Nee m Used in Dia betes

Neem leaf extracts and seeds are used as an
active ingredient as an effective cure for
diabetes. It has been scientifically proven after a
number of tests and research by leading medical
institutes, that neem parts have high efficacy in
treating the disease. Natural neem tablets are
being manufactured and exported the world over
for treating large number of patients. Neem leaf
extracts improve the blood circulation by dilating
the blood vessels and also helpful in reducing
the need for hypo-glycaemic drugs. According to
scientific research undertaken neem leaf
extracts and seed oil help to reduce the insulin
requirement. Neem tablets help to lower the
blood glucose levels.

Neem tablets can also be taken as a dietary

supplement for prevention of the disease. The
basis of the neem capsules can be traced to the
early ayurvedic use of the herb, which is further
strengthened due to research and clinical trails
being undertaken by leading research
organisations.

Reason for popularity of Nee m in Di abetes

Curing Dr ugs
The popularity of neem based anti diabetes
drugs is due to the fact that not only they are
more effective in curing the disease but also
have no side effects. There are no synthetic
materials used in the production of the drugs.
Neem is considered to be one of the safest
medicinal herbs available; FDA's database does
not include any references to neem having any
adverse effects when used in medicines.
Nee m & AYUR VED A

Nee m and Ayu r veda

Ayurveda means the 'science of life' and

originated in the pre-vedic period. It deals with
measures for leading a healthy life, this
traditional method also has a number of
therapeutic measures to combat illness. These
principles relate to not only the physical but
also, the mental social and spiritual welfare of
human beings.Ancient use of Neem in
AyurvedaNeem has been an inherent part of
ayurveda since ages; its blood purification
property made it a favourite natural ingredient,
as a remedy for skin ailments and curing
diabetes. It was also used to cure prevalent
diseases like malaria and other insect bites.
Neem twigs were used as a cheap and healthy
oral care. Neem finds mention in almost all
ayurveda texts.The tree has been widely used in
the traditional systems of medicine; it is of
immense use in a number of medicines and
personal products. Considered to be 'Sarva Roga
Nivarini', neem and its curative power is being
used on a large scale to manufacture medicines
for:
Skin diseases including leprosy
Ulcers
Gastro intestinal problems
Oral Care
Urinary track problems
Hair problems
Diabetes
Blood Pressure
Cholesterol Ayurvedic practitioners have
developed a vast database of knowledge and
medicinal preparations over a long period. The
neem tree is one of the most important herbs
used not only in ayurveda and unani system of
medicine but also for other system of medicines
such as allopathy. Healers use the roots, bark,
gum, leaves, fruit, seed kernels and seed oil for
curing various human ailmentsThe anti viral, anti
fungal and anti viral properties of neem makes it
all the more useful to manufacture body and hair
lotions for a healthy mind, body and soul.
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Nee m and Unani Medic ine

Nee m and Unani Medic ine

Neem is popularly known as 'Yavan Priya'

meaning the beloved of muslims. It has for long
been used in the traditional unani system of
medicine for its beneficial properties. All parts
of neem i.e. the roots, stem, leaves, fruits, bark
and seeds have therapeutic value. Parts of Neem
Used Leaf: Fresh leaves are more commonly
used than any other part of the tree. Dried
leaves are also used in unani medication, though
they are said to be less effective. Also used in
skin diseases and intestinal diseases. Seeds:
Are very effective in treatment of boils, leprosy,
eczema and other skin diseases; headaches,
ulcer, diarrhoea, intestinal problems.Stalk: Are
used as tooth sticks which help to prevent
infection o0f teeth and gums; control bad breath
and also prevent oral cavity. It is also used to
manufacture medicines that cure cough, astham,
intestinal worms and also improving the eye
sight. Bark: It is mostly used in blood purifying
preparations and anti-pyretic medicines. Bark
extracts are also used in preparation of
medicines curing paralysis, joint pains,nervous
weakness etc.Flowers: Are used in medicines
curing eye problems, is also used to treat certain
dental problems, flowers are also anti
inflammatory in nature, therefore very helpful in
treating diseases.Fruits: Are used as laxatives
and blood purifier. It is also used as an
ingredient in medicines curing leprosy, piles
etc.Gum: Used as a blood purifier and is also
used in body stimulants and tonics.The
pharmacological action and the therapeutic
efficacy of neem includes anti inflammatory
action, blood purifying, anti-leprosy, anti-vitiligo,
anti septic and anti arthritic properties.
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Medicinal pr oper ties

Medicinal Pr oper ties of Neem T r ee

Neem tree has quite a few curative properties; it

has been widely used in traditional system of
medicine for centuries now. Each part of neem is
used in medicines and thus commercially
exploitable. Neem has been evaluated for safety
and efficacy and after numerous research by
leading organizations and companies, it has
been considered as a universal cure for
diseases.It is a revered tree in India with close
to 150 compounds been obtained from different
parts of the tree. It is also considered to be a
natural source for a medicines and industrial
products.Properties of Neem Compounds
Anti-inflammatory
Antiarthritic
Antipyretic
Hypoglycaemic
Spermicidal
Antifungal
Antibacterial
Diuretic
Antimalarial
Antitumour Parts of Neem and Diseases they
Cure:Neem Bark : acts as an analgesic and can
cure fever.Neem Flower : Used to cure intestinal
problems.Neem Leaf : Raw leaf and leaf extract
can be used for body weight problems, skin
problems and ulcers, gastrointestinal
problems.Neem Twig : Can be used to cure
common cold and cough, asthma and bronchitis,
urinary track disorders, diabetes and blood
pressure.Neem Seed : Can be used to cure
leprosy and other gastrointestinal
problems.Various studies and researches have
been conducted on the safety and effficacy of
different neem medicinal products.
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Nee m pr oper ties

Pr oper ties o f Neem T r ee

Neem tree has quite a few curative properties; it

has been widely used in traditional system of
medicine for centuries now. Each part of neem is
used in medicines and thus commercially
exploitable. Neem has been evaluated for safety
and efficacy and after numerous research by
leading organizations and companies, it has
been considered as a universal cure for
diseases.It is a revered tree in India with close
to 150 compounds obtained from different parts
of the tree. It is also considered to be a natural
source for medicines and industrial
products.Properties of Neem Compounds
Anti-inflammatory
Antiarthritic
Antipyretic
Hypoglycaemic
Spermicidal
Antifungal
Antibacterial
Diuretic
Antimalarial
Antitumour Parts of Neem and Diseases they
Cure:Neem Bark : Acts as an analgesic and can
cure fever.Neem Flower : Used to cure intestinal
problems.Neem Leaf : Raw leaf and leaf extract
can be used for body weight problems, skin
problems and ulcers, gastrointestinal
problems.Neem Twig : Can be used to cure
common cold and cough, asthma and bronchitis,
urinary track disorders, diabetes and blood
pressure.Neem Seed : Can be used to cure
leprosy and other gastrointestinal
problems.Various studies and researches have
been conducted on the safety and efficacy of
different neem medicinal products.
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Nee m

Nee m Tr ee

Neem tree, also known as Azadirachta Indica,

has been in use for centuries; its derivatives
have found use in public health, toiletries,
livestock production and health. Though in the
early 19th century, it was used only in
households, during the mid 90s it was started to
be used on a commercial basis. The tree is
popularly called the 'wonder Tree' as it is used
to cure a large number of diseases, both
traditional as well as modern medicine system
make use oil neem tree and its parts like bark,
seed, fruit to manufacture products right from
skin care to oral care, from pharmaceuticals to
pesticides and manure.After a number of
researches done by eminent scientists and
research organisations, the tree is being said to
have miraculous powers and a multi utility tree
with promising results in a number of
disciplines. It ha attained a place of pride in the
international scientific research and
literature.The bioactivity of neem tree products
has received more attention than any other
aspect of neem research. It is also being used
with jatrophal and other plants to manufacture
bio diesel. Neem tree is extensively used to
manufacture natural and herbal products without
any side effects. Its plantation and processing
has been found to be economically viable as well
as desirable for its social and ecological
benefits.Realising its importance in national,
regional and international perspective, there is
an urgent need to locate, collect and study its
diversity and develop effective steps to store it
for current and future use.
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Botanical N ame

Botanical Description of Neem

Botanical name : Azadirachta IndicaFamily :

Meliaceae, The mahogany tree familyPopular
Names of Neem in IndiaAssamese : NimBengali :
Nim, Neemgachh, NeemBurmese : Tamaka, Thin,
Thinboro Tamakha, Bowtamaka, TamaGujarati :
Limba, Limbado, Leemgo, Danu-jhada, Kohalu
LimdoHindi : Nim, Nimb, Bal-nimb, Neem,
NindKannada : Bevinamara, Bevu, Hebbevu, Kiri-
bevuKonkani : NimKumaoni : BetainMalayalam :
Aryaveppu, Veppu, Aryaveshnu, Rajavedhu,
VepeMarathi : Kadukhajur, Limba, Limb, Nimbay,
Bakayan, Balanti-limbOriya : Kakopholo, Limbo,
Nimbu, NimoPunjabi : Bakam, Bukhain, Drekh,
Nim, Neem, MahaneemRajasthani : Neem,
NeemroSanskrit : Arishta, Nimba, MinbakaTelugu
: Nimbanuv, Vepa, Yeppa, Yapa, Vepachettu,
YapachattuUrdu : Neem Names of Neem in
Different LanguagesEnglish : Neem, Indian Lilac,
Margosa Tree, Nim, Crackjack, Paradise Tree,
White Cedar, ChinaberryFrench : Azadirac De
1'Inde, Margosier, MargousierGerman :
Grossblaettiger Zedrach, Indischer
ZedrachPortugese : Amargoseira, Margosa,
NimboSingapore : Kohumba, NimbaNeem tree is
found in abundance in tropical and semi-tropical
regions like Burma. It cannot grow in extreme
cold climate, though it can survive without much
rainfall. The tree can live upto 200 years and can
grow up to 50 feet tall. Neem Bark - The stem of
a neem tree can grow up to a diameter of 2.5-3
m. The bark is rough and can be pale or greyish-
black in color. Bark of neem is used to
manufacture pesticides.Neem Flowers - Neem
tree bears small white colored flowers and star
shaped, with a pleasant smell.Neem Fruits -
Neem tree generally bear fruits between the age
of 3 to 5, and the fruits are edible.It is an ideal
plant as it can be grown indoors and requires
least maintenance. Most of the problems
relating to the growth of neem are due to over
watering, in case the neem leaves begin to turn
yellow, it is a sign of over watering or that the
tree has been given too much fertilizer.
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Histor y

Histor y o f Neem

The history of neem tree can be traced back to

the ancient Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro
civilizations in India. The medical practitioners
of that period studied a variety of natural
occurring plants and trees having therapeutic
value and neem tree was one of them. The
earliest indication of neem tree being used for
its medicinal properties in households began
nearly 5000 years ago. Neem is said to have
been widely used in traditional systems of
medicine like Ayurveda and this is also
mentioned in earliest Indian scriptures of
medicine- the Charak Samhita and Sushruta
Samhita. Neem was earlier used in households
for giving bath to newly born infants, protect
people from insect bites and also indigenously
used to protect a number of plants as neem
contained insecticidal properties. It was also
widely used to cure skin ailments.Gradually the
fame of this 'wonder tree' spread to western
countries and after a lot of researches funded by
internationally acclaimed organisations like UN,
neem and its products were accepted for their
therapeutic value and having no side effects in
US, UK, Australia among others.Neem tree has
miraculous powers and scientists are beginning
to unfold the powers and potential of this
revered tree. It is now being cultivated and
grown in a number of countries to fully tap its
potential and used on a commercial basis

Nee m as a T r ea tment f or Di abetes

Ar tic le by J ohn Con ric k, T he Mir aculous
Heal ing Herb

Diabetes mellitus is a disease suffered by

millions of people in the United States alone. It
causes a number of debilitating and sometimes
deadly complications. Blindness, amputations
from poor circulation, heart disease and a
number of other problems can result from
diabetes. It is therefore a major concern that we
develop adequate treatments, and eventually a
cure.
Diabetes had been treated with herbs and diet
until the advent of modern pharmaceuticals and
the ability to chemically produce insulin in large
quantities. Though insulin has been a lifesaver
for insulin-dependent diabetics, the repeated
injections are expensive and painful. The neem
tree offers an opportunity to reduce the number
of insulin shots with a safe and proven herb.
Neem can also reduce the need for hypo-
glycaemic drugs, and increase their
effectiveness for those with non-insulin
dependent diabetes.

Scientific studies show neem leaf and certain

extracts of the leaf and seed oil are effective in
reducing insulin requirements. Different studies
show insulin requirement reductions of between
20- 50 % for those who take five grams of dried
neem leaf capsules daily. There are even
anecdotal reports of diabetics chewing a single
neem leaf daily that have been able to eliminate
hypoglycemic drugs completely.

Based on the many studies of neem’s effect on

diabetes, the Indian government approved neem-
based tablets for sale by a pharmaceutical
company as a treatment for diabetes. One study
of the product published in The Journal of
General Medicine showed the tablets alone
significantly lowered blood glucose levels. Tests
were also performed on the effect of taking the
tablets along with standard hypoglycemic drugs.
These tests showed that the neem-based tablets
significantly improved the effectiveness of
standard hypoglycemic drugs when taken
together.

Circulation problems are a frequent cause of

amputations for diabetics. Neem leaf extracts
cause the blood vessels to dilate, allowing for
increased circulation to the extremities.

In one personal experience, a friend’s diabetic

brother was about to lose a foot because of poor
circulation. After taking neem leaf capsules
three times a day and wrapping his foot in a
poultice of neem leaves for several days, the
circulation returned to his foot and the
amputation was cancelled.

There is no consensus as to the mechanism of

the results observed. Some researchers believe
it can work by either reserve insulin being
released or by directing the reduction of blood
glucose by metabolic factors. In either case,
neem can be extremely useful in treating both
types of diabetes mellitus.

Disclaimer: As with all medicines and botanicals,

consult a health care professional before using
neem. People with any existing medical
condition who are on medication, or under a
doctor’s care, should seek medical advice before
incorporating neem into their health care
program. Pregnant and lactating women should
avoid neem entirely unless prescribed by their
health care provider. The information in this
article is for informational purposes only.