Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for boils.
Disease symptoms: Blisters, pus, pain
Ingredients: One handful leaves of Neem (Azadirachta indica A.Juss.) and rhizome of Haldi (Curcuma longa L.).
Preparation: Grind both the plant parts with little water to make a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste on the affected area once daily till cure.
Ingredients availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Tiwari, R., Verma, A. K., Chakraborty, S., Dhama, K., & Singh, S. V. (2014). Neem (Azadirachta indica) and its potential for safeguarding health of animals and humans: A review. Journal of Biological Sciences, 14(2), 110-123.
Vollono, L., Falconi, M., Gaziano, R., Iacovelli, F., Dika, E., Terracciano, C., Bianchi, L., & Campione, E. (2019). Potential of curcumin in skin disorders. Nutrients, 11(9), 2169.
