The biochemical wonders of Azadirachta indica A. Juss: a comprehensive review of its properties and potential benefits

The biochemical wonders of Azadirachta indica A. Juss: a comprehensive review of its properties and potential benefits

Автор: Kumari P., Singh M.

Журнал: Журнал стресс-физиологии и биохимии @jspb

Статья в выпуске: 2 т.20, 2024 года.

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Azadirachta indica , also known as Neem is an evergreen tree that is native to the Indian subcontinent. It has been traditionally used for various medicinal purposes, including wound healing, fever reduction, and treatment of skin disorders. It has been widely recognized for its various medicinal properties. In this review, A comprehensive overview of the biochemical properties of Neem and its potential benefits are provided. The chemical constituents of Neem including Azadirachtin, Nimbin, and nimbolide, and their biological activities, such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer effects are discussed. The potential applications of Neem in medicine, agriculture, and cosmetics are explored. This review highlights the importance of neem as a natural resource with numerous potential benefits for human health and the environment.

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Neem, biochemical properties, antioxidant, antiviral, nimbin

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