Native to India, the neem herb has been a staple in traditional Asian medicine. People have used it to treat pain, fever and infection for generations. Neem leaves, flowers, seeds, fruit, roots and bark can all be used medicinally. Because of that the herb is commonly referred to as the “village pharmacy.”

While there are many ways to consume this herb, including capsules, powders, oils, tinctures, creams and mouthwashes, neem tea has most recently grown in popularity. It’s an easy and delicious way to reap the benefits of everything neem has to offer. Plus, it may very well be the nutritional staple Black women are missing. Here’s everything you need to know about neem tea and how it can transform your hormonal health.

Benefits of Neem Tea

Over 140 diverse active compounds lend to neem tea’s antioxidant, antimicrobial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. With that, the benefits of adding it to your routine are countless:

  • Hair growth and thickness
  • Dental and oral health
  • Liver and kidney detox
  • Skin clearing
  • Ulcer and wound healing
  • Boost brain health
  • Malaria treatment
  • Immunity boost
  • Reduces risk of cancer
  • Diabetes management 

Animal studies also have shown that neem can immobilize and kill sperm with no long-term consequences, making it a natural birth control treatment.

Neem Tea For Black Women

When it comes to hormones, Black women can easily feel personally targeted. PCOS is one of most common reproductive endocrinological disorders amongst us, and by age 50, approximately 80% of Black women will have fibroids, compared to 70% of white women.

A blood purifier and powerful herb, neem is a must for the treatment of PCOS and any hormonal imbalance. This herb regulates glucose metabolism, purifies the blood and lowers blood sugar levels. It also combats PCOS symptoms like weight gain, irregular or painful periods, acne, fatigue, excess facial hair, thinning hair, and infertility. This tea can revitalize your hair, skin, and menstrual cycle.

A holistic route rooted in Ayurvedic principles, neem tea is certainly worth trying if you’re dealing with pesky hormonal symptoms. Just be sure to consult your primary doctor or healthcare practitioner first.