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Basil Leaf

Basil Leaf

Ocimum basilicum
AKA: Sweet Basil, Great Basil

Dried, cut and sifted.

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Wikipedia Excerpt

  • Antioxidant
  • Antidiabetic
  • Antimicrobial
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Carminative
  • Nervine
  • Expectorant
  • Muscle pain
  • Anti-microbial
  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Lower Blood Pressure
  • Antioxidant
  • Lower blood sugar
  • Lower cholesterol
  • Relieves Digestion Spasms

Cautions and Contraindications

Large concentrated amounts of basil should not be used by those who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Food and tea amounts are typically regarded as safe.

Drug Interactions

  • Concentrated forms of basil such as a strong extract may not be ideal for those on blood thinners or diabetes medications.

Basil is a natural insect repellent!

The aerial parts of the basil plant is what is used. Harvest before flowering to prevent losing the essential oils and benefits.

There is no standard recommended dosage for basil.
It is a gentle herb that does not pose a risk to the majority of the population in food and tea quantities.

  • Healing
  • Manifestation
  • Protection
  • Abundance

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