The Incredible Medicinal Properties of Basil
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) comes from Asia and belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It has jagged and oval-shaped leaves and its white or pink flowers grow in bunches. The plant usually measures around 60 cm tall.
Read this article and discover the incredible medicinal properties of basil.
Basil has a surprising amount of healing properties and is easy to use to enhance your health. Here are just a few of them…
The benefits of basil
Basil has been used to relieve many different ailmnets thanks conditions to its various medicinal properties. Some of its benefits include:
- This amazing plant contains antispasmodic agents that help prevent or relieve muscle weakness, indigestion, and pain in many parts of the body.
- Basil helps with fatigue, inflammation from physical fatigue, and helps fight depression. In addition, it’s also used to curb anxiety.
- Plus, it’s useful in massages to calm cramps caused by menstruation. Its soothing aroma is present in various body oils.
- In addition, it’s an excellent natural mosquito repellent. Its antibacterial properties are used to treat snake bites and other infectious bites.
- Basil is also known to promote healing for wounds in natural ointments.
- When consumed as a tea or drink in a way that doesn’t alter its original composition, it can be a great aid to the immune system and the body’s defenses.
Natural basil remedies
In this article, we’ll share some remedies you can make from the comfort of your home using basil.
Sore throat
Basil can be used as a syrup along with sugar and water to relieve a cough or a dry throat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of water (500 ml)
- 2 cup of basil leaves (100 g)
- Honey (as needed)
How should you use it?
- In a pot, bring the water and basil to a boil.
- Empty the contents into many cups and add a tablespoon of honey into each one.
- Drink every time you feel discomfort.
Skin care
This plant is also known as the plant of longevity. It’s often used by skin care aficionados.
To take advantage of its benefits, gently rub a leaf over your skin every day. This will give your skin a natural glow and will enhance its appearance.
Ingredients
- 1 basil leaf
- 1 cup of water (250 ml)
How should you use it?
- Heat a cup of water and add the basil leaf.
- Let sit and wring the leaf a little.
- Once the mixture has reached a tolerable temperature for your skin (preferably warm), and massage into your skin.
- Use every day before going to bed.
Acne
Basil purifies the blood and removes toxins, leading to healthier skin.
How should you use it?
- You can eat three to five basil leaves in the morning without having to cook them.
- You can also make masks with its leaves and let them sit for 30 minutes.
It improves digestion
Basil has natural purifying properties that help your body eliminate anything it doesn’t need. At the same time, its anti-inflammatory properties help curb heartburn symptoms.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of basil (30 g)
- 1 cup of water (250 ml)
How should you use it?
- First, wash the basil leaves thoroughly and place them in a cup.
- Add boiling water and mix well.
- Let sit for 5 minutes; drink and enjoy.
- Drink this tea in the morning.
Precautions for using basil
As a precautionary measure, make sure to discuss the use of any plant with a professional, since everyone can react differently to it.
Note: Pregnant women should limit their intake to avoid complications.
This wonderful plant is called the holy herb not only because of its mythology, but because it seems to be a remedy for everything.
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