known by the name of Basil or basil, this popular plant is used routinely in the kitchen. Where has a without basil pesto sauce seen? The Italians know much, but much about this … in salads or stews, is always welcome. But it turns out that, in addition to aroma and flavor, this plant also has beneficial properties for the body.
Such properties are so many, that her can be seen quietly a medicinal plant. And no wonder, its essence is rich in various substances, such as the linalol, the cineole, eugenol, and saponins.
this plant always have attributed, rightly Properties to whet the appetite for digestion, to chill out (has a light sedative effect) … Usa topically, such as oil, its properties are analgesic and antiseptic.
Of course, there is always careful with plants; even if they are natural, that does not mean that they are harmless. Applied topically it may produce irritation of the mucous membranes, and in very high doses it affects Narcotics (although this is very difficult to achieve).
A very popular in warm and humid places custom is to place pots with Basil to repel the annoying mosquitoes. The truth is that its effect is not proven, but the plant is beautiful and smells good, so try …
and if you do not like to add it to the meals, you can always take in the form of infusion. To make it, it boils five grams of fresh basil leaves; Let the infusion stand a few minutes, add a few drops of lemon juice and take a Cup after each meal (three per day).
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