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The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

of dried holy basil daily. For treatment use, take 600 to and raises the beneficial HDL-cholesterol. Users re-
1,800 mg two to three times daily. port a reduction in total cholesterol in the circulatory
system, kidney, and liver.
Inflammation: Holy basil is a powerful anti-in-
flammatory when taken internally or when rubbed on In addition, these vitamins and antioxidants reduce
the skin for swellings and inflammation. Used regu- the oxidative stress in the body. Holy basil soothes the
larly it leaves the skin soft and treats skin irritations nerves, reduces inflammation, and lowers blood pres-
and acne. sure.

Cancer: Holy basil has anticancer potential, accord-
ing to recent studies. It inhibits the growth of cancers,
including oral cancer, and aids in cell death of cancer-
ous cells.
Type 2 Diabetes: Holy basil works to reduce blood
sugar in patients with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. It
helps with weight gain, reduces excess insulin in the
blood, decreases insulin resistance, and helps keep
blood sugar levels stable over the long term.

Dental Use: Holy basil, used correctly, protects the
teeth and kills the bacteria responsible for cavities,
Skin Rashes, Ringworm: Rubbed against the plaque, tartar, and bad breath. It also promotes
skin, holy basil relieves irritations, soothes rashes, and healthy gums. Use holy basil for dental care in moder-
provides anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and antibiotic ation. Avoid chewing the leaves and do not keep it in
properties. It treats ringworm, poison oak, and other the mouth for long periods. Prolonged contact can
skin conditions. damage the teeth.
Holy basil can be brewed in water, then added to your Detoxifier, Diuretic, and Reduces Risk of
bath water or used as a face wash. A poultice of mashed Kidney Stones: As a detoxifier and mild diuretic,
holy basil leaves, applied directly to infected wounds, holy basil reduces the levels of uric acid in the body.
is effective in relieving infections and healing wounds.
Consuming holy basil as an herb or supplement helps Uric acid is mainly responsible for the growth of kidney
stones. Other components of holy basil help dissolve
prevent skin problems.
the stones, while it also helps relieve the pain from kid-
Infections: Essential oils and phytonutrients in holy ney stones as they pass. Holy basil increases urination,
basil have excellent antibiotic, anti-fungal, and anti- flushing toxins from the body and cleansing the kid-
bacterial properties. neys. It helps protect the health of the kidneys and the
liver.
Respiratory Disorders: Bronchitis, Asth-
ma: Holy basil relieves congestion in the lungs caused
by chronic or acute bronchitis. Additionally, it helps
open breathing passages and allows for easier breath-
ing. These benefits to the respiratory system are in-
creased by the presence of healing oils and vitamins in
the holy basil essential oil. These healing benefits ex-
tend to all damage in the lungs, including damage
caused by smoking, environmental factors, or illness.

Stress and Heart Disease: Holy basil contains
vitamins and antioxidants that protect the heart from
the harmful effects of free radicals. One of these anti-
oxidants, eugenol, is beneficial in reducing blood cho-
lesterol levels. It lowers damaging LDL-cholesterol

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