Yet another plant can help heal the body and improve diabetes conditions. In this case, this plant is the neem tree.
Nature is amazing, isn’t it?
What is Neem?
Neem oil, made from the seeds of the neem tree, has been used for ages for many different things. It is most often used as a repellent or pesticide, though it is really good for a lot of other things, too.
In recent years, it has become incredibly popular among all-natural beauty circles as the powerful antioxidants and carotenoids help protect the skin from environmental damages while also providing a deep moisturizing effect. Its antibacterial properties also help with skin conditions like eczema and acne.
Neem oil is high in vitamin E, which not only nourishes skin but also promotes healing. As an anti-aging oil, it promotes collagen production.
The benefits do not end here. The seed extract has been found to be a powerful anti-inflammatory, as well, providing another reason why many people apply it topically to the irritated skin.
Such a great beauty product is also equally good as a bug and mosquito repellent, too. People use neem oil to fend off insects as well as terminate them, such as with bed bugs. If you take one whiff of pure neem oil, you will likely see why; it is pungent!
Neem Extract Helps Against Diabetes
Though neem oil has been traditionally used for skin care and insect repellent, it is a natural weapon against diabetes. Some studies have shown that neem extract reduces blood glucose by increasing glucose uptake throughout the body and boost beta cell regeneration, which is important in insulin production.
Many people recommend drinking tea made from dried neem leaves because of its strong antioxidant properties and anti-diabetes effects, though you should always consult your physician first.
Once again, nature demonstrates its impressive abilities. This time, we see just how versatile and healing the neem tree can be.
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