Basil (Sweet)
Basil is one of the holy herbs. There are two most common varieties of basil which are used widely: Sweet Basil and Holy Basil. IBoth are considered holy due to the presence of more oxygen in the leaves of the plant and various health benefits this brings to humans. That is why Basil Plants are planted in the front garden of many homes in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The leaves of the plants are used to make tea, soup, and special herbal preparation during viral issues. Essential oil of sweet basil is most beneficial for uplifting the mood and making it calm.
Other benefits include:
- stimulates, clarifies, calms, fortifies, energizes and uplifts the mind
- repel insects
- eliminates odor-causing bacteria
- soothes headaches
- relieves respiratory as well as digestive discomforts
It also helps with:
- Bronchitis
- Colds
- Coughs
- Exhaustion
- Flatulence
- Flu
- Gout
- Insect Bites
- Insect Repellent
- Muscle Aches
- Rheumatism
- Sinusitis
General Safety Information:
Be sure to consult both a doctor and ceritfied aromotherapist on how to use this oil. The above statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. Keep away from eye area. Keep out of reach of children.