Q&A for How to Make a Decoction

For one person, in a saucepan, add 1 cup water and a few leaves of each herb, and let it boil. Once the water's color begins to change, you can pour it in a cup using a tea strainer to prevent the herbs from falling into the cup. DONE!

Neem decoction is not harmful if taken over a short period of time. It acts as a blood cleanser and is good for the skin. If used regularly over a long period of time, there are some side effects on the eye. Karela juice is much more effective in controlling glucose levels and is a natural regulator of the rate at which the body burns energy (in short, a metabolism regulator).

Fill a clean sink or bowl with lukewarm water. Submerge the lettuce leaves in the water and swish them around for 30 seconds. Drain immediately and rinse any soil or grit from the sink or bowl. Fill the container with cold water and wash the lettuce a second time.

It is not recommended to use it to clean out your wounds. You can consult with your doctor about proper wound care, depending on what type of wound you have.