Dried Basil, Sweet Basil Bulk

(Ocimum basilicum)

Active Compounds:

• Volatile oil, mild sedative, anti-depressants, anti-septic, antioxidant, detoxifies.

Traditional Uses:
Internal:

• Facilitates digestion and prevents wind and nervous stomach conditions like ulcers and gut spasms.
• Exhibits a calming effect, aiding in sleeplessness and potentially alleviating migraines.
• Relieves stress, enhances concentration and memory.
• May aid in tonsillitis, mouth infections, palpitations, hypertension, and delayed menstruation.
• Assists in the management of diabetes and offers potential support in combating hay fever and asthma.
• Thought to have anticancer properties.

External:

• Basil cream is helpful for cramps and stiffness.
• Soothes infected insect bites and stings.
• Basil vinegar is effective for sunburn and scalp infections.
• Can be used in massage oil to alleviate anxiety and depression.

Directions for Use:

• Prepare an infusion by steeping 1 - 2 teaspoons of dried leaves in 1 cup of boiled water for 10 - 15 minutes. Drink two to three times per day.

Safety Precautions:

• Avoid use during pregnancy or lactation, and refrain from prolonged use.
• Consult with a medical practitioner before use.