Health Information
| Basil (Ocimum
basilicum)
Description...
This herb comes from the
mint family and the part of the plant used for medicinal purposes is the leaves. It
improves the cardiovascular system, digestive and immune system as well as assisting with
nervous problems.
How It May Benefit
You...
improves
blood circulation during pregnancy.
helps gastric conditions
and generally improves digestion
reported to help various
forms of cancer
rids the body of certain
bacteria
relieves insect bites -
if applied topically
as an essential oil -
wakefullness and alertness
nervous Headaches.
alleviates the symptoms
of whooping cough
WARNING:
Herbs should only be used under the supervision of an
experienced herbalist or naturopath experienced in herbs.
Availability
Basil is available fresh
(and also as a dried spice for culinary use).
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