Basil is an aromatic herb often used to make pesto and to season other dishes that also contains many medicinal properties.

Basil also has many medicinal uses, including as an anti-inflammatory to help with general pain and digestive disorders. It also contains antibacterial properties that can be used to help with wounds and infections. Cinnamanic, an acid contained in basil, can help aid circulation, respiration and blood sugar levels. Basil can be used medically by eating leaves, using in a tea (using fresh or dried leaves), as a poultice or as an essential oil.

Basil benefits digestion
Basil reduces oxidative stress
Basil helps in preventing cancer
Basil helps in diabetes management
Basil helps prevent heart ailments
Basil offers excellent skin benefits
Basil has got detoxifying properties
Basil helps you deal with depression
Basil helps fight inflammation in the body