Holy Basil - Is not your basic Basil.

Holy basil has been shown to boost your body’s health in a variety of ways. It may help people feel less anxious, may protect against infection, lower may your blood sugar, may lower your cholesterol, may ease joint pain, and may protect your stomach.

It contans:

• vitamin A and C

• calcium

• zinc

• iron

• chlorophyll

Different parts of the plant are recommended for treating different conditions:

• Use its fresh flowers for bronchitis.

• Use the leaves and seeds, with black pepper, for malaria.

• Use the whole plant for diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

• Use the pill and ointment form for eczema.

• Use an alcohol extract for stomach ulcers and eye diseases.

• Use an essential oil made from the leaves for insect bites.

It may be taken using supplements but always talk to your doctor before taking supplements.