Beauty And Health Benefits Of Basil

Boil basil leaves in water. Boil it til the quantity reduces to half. Drink this twice a day to to treat fever.

Basil leaves juice should be given every 2 to 3 hours to treat common cold.

Beauty And Health Benefits Of Basil

Apply basil oil on dry skin. Apply it every night before going to bed. It maintains the skin moisture hence treating dry skin.

Basil is rich in magnesium. Hence basil included in diet improves blood flow, and prevents cardiovascular diseases. 

Basil also has antibacterial properties. Its juice should be taken to cure food poisioning.

Simply chewing some basil leaves daily will give relief from cough.



Boil fresh basil leaves in water. Use this water for gargle to cure sore throat.

Basil included in daily diet is known to boost immune system.

Mix juice of basil leaves with honey. Take it regularly for six months to cure problems of kidney stone.

Basil is also used as an anti-stress agent. Chew some basil leaves to reduce stress.

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