Description
Sweet Basil Ocimum Basilcum Strengthening, head clearing and refreshing
Sweet Basil, Ocimum Basilcum is know for its culinary uses, whilst enhancing flavours, provides a valuable source of Vit A, Calcium, and Magnesium.
The leaves and seeds of the basil plant hold the medicinal qualities of this powerful aromatic tonic. A favourite in traditional Asian, and Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years).
Basil became an integral seasoning in Italian cuisine, and evolved as a symbol of love. Sprigs of basil would be placed on a woman’s balcony, thus signifying that her beau would be welcomed to visit that evening.
Basil essential oil is effective in healing wounds and infections, and in the same vein calming inflammation.
Properties:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiviral,
- Antibiotic
- Diuretic and analgesic ( pain relieving)
Used to treat :
- Arthritis, injuries pain – applied topically in a carrier base.
- Respiratory: eases coughs, clears sinuses and is mucolytic.
- Inhale or vaporise Sweet Basil essential oil to ease breathing and congestion.
- Digestive : constipation, indigestion, nausea, motion sickness
- Reduces adrenal fatigue and a nerve tonic for muscles and nervous conditions.
- Wound healing, bladder infections
- migraines and headaches
- nervous tension,
Emotional
- Nervous: stress anxiety, exhaustion,
- mental fatigue, melancholy, and depression
