Basil: what you need to know

01 June 2023, 22:11 | Health
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Chefs consider him the king of herbs. Nutritionists and cosmetologists fully subscribe to this opinion..

INSIDE Basil is rich in vitamins C, B1 and B2, as well as rutin, essential oils and saponins.

According to the content of ascorbic acid, basil ranks 4th among spices after parsley, black and red hot peppers..

Basil essential oil relieves toothache: mix 1 drop in? cups of boiled water and rinse your mouth 4-6 times a day.

Vitamins C and PP in this spice help strengthen the walls of blood vessels..

Basil has a lot of carotene. Vitamin A is synthesized from it in the body, which is responsible for the condition of the skin, hair and nails..

Basil contains camphor, which tones the central nervous system..

Basil is an excellent general tonic, it improves blood circulation..

Thanks to essential oils and saponins, basil facilitates breathing and relieves coughs..

Basil stimulates appetite, stimulates digestion, and if eaten regularly, strengthens the immune system..

OUTSIDE The aroma of basil uplifts the mood, relieves stress, fatigue, anxiety, relieves headaches.

Basil essential oil is an excellent natural repellant against mosquitoes and flies.

Basil oil added to the aroma lamp is good for insomnia and migraine.



Many anti-aging creams contain basil extract, which is rich in antioxidants..

Basil extract is used in many perfume compositions..

Baths or compresses with basil infusion help with acne.

Lotions and creams with basil tone, refresh and rejuvenate the skin..

Due to its powerful bactericidal properties, basil is used to treat boils and eczema..

Basil extract in the composition of hair care products strengthens them and slows down hair loss.

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