Fill in some textBasil leaves help in clearing phlegm. Chewing soft leaves of basil with ginger provides relief from cough and cold. Boiling basil with tea leaves and drinking it cures sore throat.

Basil is found in thymol element, which is helpful in curing skin diseases. Mixing equal quantity of basil and lemon juice and applying on the face, cures freckles and pimples and Also, the color of the face refine.

Mixing equal amount of small cardamom, ginger juice and basil leaves does not cause vomiting. If diarrhea occurs, mixing basil leaves with roasted cumin and licking it with honey thrice a day is beneficial.

Basil also has anti-stress properties. Many researches have confirmed the benefits of basil in stress. Consuming 10-12 leaves of basil daily increases your mental efficiency and your ability to fight stress.

The problem of the eyes is due to lack of Vitamin A. Basil juice is very beneficial for eye problems. Basil extract proves to be very effective in eye irritation. Two drops of Holy basil extract should be put in the eyes daily at night. However, you are advised to consult your eye doctor before trying this remedy.

Basil is very beneficial in ear problems such as running ears, pain and hearing loss. Mixing camphor in basil juice and heating it lightly and putting it in the ear cures pain. In ear pain, rubbing the juice of basil leaves is very beneficial.

Basil is found to be very useful in treating breathing problems. Drinking a decoction made with honey, ginger and basil provides relief in bronchitis, asthma, phlegm and cold.

Chewing a few leaves of basil daily cures the infection of the mouth. Mixing dry leaves of basil with mustard oil and cleaning the teeth does not come from bad breath.

Basil makes the kidney strong. Boil leaves of basil in kidney stones and make extract of it. By consuming this extract with honey regularly for 6 months, the stone comes out from the urine route.

These anti-inflammatory properties can help to lower the risk of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. heart disease, and bowel issues. Basil has antibacterial properties.

Having antioxidants and anti-bacterial properties, basil helps maintain skin health, boosts digestion and detoxifies the body. It also helps in the prevention and cure of diseases like cancer, diabetes and other heart conditions.