Medicinal properties of neem juice: How to make and use this home remedy for dengue fever  |  Photo Credit: Getty Images
Key Highlights
- Neem is a powerful immunity-boosting herb that’s been used to treat several health conditions
- It is claimed that consuming neem juice can help increase both blood platelet count and white blood cell count in patients with dengue
- Here’s how to make and use neem juice for treating dengue fever
New Delhi: Neem juice, extracted from the leaves of the neem plant, has been linked to a plethora of health benefits. In fact, the neem plant, known scientifically as Azadirachta indica, has played a significant role in traditional Indian medicine, including Ayurveda, since ages. Neem juice is one of the most common natural remedies used to treat a variety of ailments such as dengue fever.
Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that causes a flu-like illness, but of course with far worse possible complications and problems. There is no specific treatment for dengue but certain medicines such as painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and getting adequate rest can help ease the fever and other symptoms. There are many natural home remedies – such as neem leaves and papaya – that can help treat or relieve the symptoms of dengue.
Medicinal properties of neem juice and leaves
It is claimed that consuming neem juice can help increase both – the blood platelet count and the white blood cell (fighter cell) count in people suffering from dengue. Neem juice can also help the body fight against various infections. Neem is a powerful immune-boosting herb that’s been used to treat several health conditions. The herb is also used in many hair and skincare products. Neem plant contains strong antioxidants that can neutralise free radicals that may influence the development of some conditions. Neem also has antimicrobial effects and may help protect against several types of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Apart from fever, neem leaf is used for treating leprosy, stomach upset, appetite loss, eye disorders, skin ulcers, gum disease, diabetes, liver problems, cardiovascular disease, as per . The bark is also used to treat malaria, stomach and intestinal ulcers, skin diseases and fever. Neem is also used as an insecticide.
How to make and use neem juice for dengue fever
Preparing this home remedy is very simple. To make neem juice-
- Take a handful of fresh neem leaves and wash them thoroughly under running water.
- Put neem leaves in a blender and add 1 cup of water to it.
- Process the ingredients until the mixture looks smooth.
- Strain the juice using a clean muslin cloth.
- You can also add a dash of honey and lemon juice to make your drink of neem juice more palatable (optional).
- Serve immediately.
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You may drink neem juice twice daily to help reduce the symptoms of dengue. You must always talk to a doctor before self-treating yourself with neem juice or any other herbal remedy. Neem is possibly unsafe when taken orally in large doses or for long periods of time. Also, people who are taking lithium are advised to talk to their doctor or healthcare provider before using this herbal remedy as it can result in serious side effects.
Incidentally, the use of neem to maintain good health is an ancient Indian practice. In certain parts of Maharashtra, the New Year (Gudhi Padwa or Gudi Padwa) is never complete without the matriarch of the house rolling fresh and clean neem leaves in a small pellet of jaggery that the children are supposed to swallow on empty stomachs in the morning. Contemporary wisdom may allocate that to the germicidal properties of neem leaves and the jaggery just about making it palatable.
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
