3929 - Neem in Ayurveda
Author: Dr. Suresh Chaturvedi
Description: This concise yet comprehensive guide explores the medicinal and therapeutic applications of neem (Azadirachta indica) through an Ayurvedic lens. Authored by Padma Shri awardee Dr. Suresh Chaturvedi—a renowned professor and botanist—the book discusses neem’s historical significance, chemical constituents, dosha-balancing properties, and uses in internal and external health care. It also highlights neem’s environmental role in pollution control, pest management, and sustainable agriculture, positioning the plant as both a health panacea and ecological asset . ⸻ Keywords: neem; Ayurveda; medicinal plants; dosha balance; antimicrobial; herbal medicine; environmental healing ⸻ Ideal for: Herbalists, Ayurvedic practitioners, health professionals, environmental researchers, and lay readers interested in natural remedies and sustainable health solutions. ⸻ Age: 16 years and up (appropriate for mature teens and adults with interest in herbal and environmental health) ⸻ Theme: Plant-based medicine; preventive and therapeutic herbal use; dosha harmony; ecological sustainability; detoxification ⸻ Tone: Authoritative yet accessible; scientific yet rooted in tradition; educational and inspirational ⸻ Book Type: Herbal medicine monograph; Ayurvedic health manual; environmental–botanical guide ⸻ Length: Approximately 105 pages.