Basil is common as a seasoning for meat and many other dishes. The healing properties of the basil grass are much less known, and in vain - they are worthy of a separate mention.
Therapeutic properties of basil and contraindications to the use
The basil includes an extensive range of biologically active substances - vitamins , essential oils, organic acids, phytoncides, etc. The medicinal properties of the basil are explained by a successful combination of these components.
One of the most useful medicinal properties of basil is the ability to strengthen immunity. It is assumed that this spicy plant is effective even in HIV and oncology.
With catarrhal diseases, basil helps accelerate recovery. In addition to immunomodulatory action, it also has antiviral, antifungal, bactericidal and antipyretic properties, thereby contributing to a faster cure for bronchitis, ARVI. With angina, rinse with basil broth greatly accelerates recovery.
Also, a decoction of basil helps:
- with parodontosis - it should be used for rinsing the mouth;
- with bronchial asthma - it helps reduce the frequency and force of attacks;
- with flatulence - eliminates gas formation in the intestine;
- when coughing - has mucolytic properties;
- when insomnia - soothes and improves the quality of sleep;
- when digestion processes are disturbed - promotes better digestion;
- at risk of development of tumors and aging - rid the body of free radicals ;
- with kidney diseases - promotes the excretion of urine and reduces the concentration of salts in it, which, in turn, minimizes the risk of stones;
- at risk of development of cardiovascular pathologies - lowers cholesterol;
- with eye diseases - removes inflammation;
- with periodic pain in women - weakens spasms.
It is contraindicated to use basil in cases of blood clotting disorders, thrombosis and thrombophlebitis, myocardial infarction, during pregnancy and feeding. An overdose of essential oil of basil can lead to heart rhythm disturbances and seizures, therefore it is impossible to consume this plant in large quantities.