'BASIL LEAVES BENEFITS Basil is a highly fragrant herb most often used as a seasoning in cooking, but also it has become increasingly popular for its various health benefits. Basil leaves and flowers contain many chemical compounds that are known to prevent disease and promote health. Listed below are some of the popular health benefits of basil 1. Acts as an Anti-Inflammatory Basil consists of powerful essential oils, like eugenol, citronellol, and linalool. These are enzyme-inhibiting oils that help lower inflammation, which is at the root of most diseases like heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel conditions. 2. Fights Cancer Research has shown that basil consists of phytochemicals, which help naturally prevent cancer, including chemical-induced skin, liver, oral, and lung cancers. Basil can increase antioxidant activity, positively alter gene expressions, encourage cancerous-cell apoptosis (death of harmful cells), and stop cancerous tumors from spreading. Basil extract has shown protection against cancer and mortality while also selectively protecting normal tissue and cells from negative effects of cancer treatments like radiation or chemotherapy. 3. Healing Properties Basil leaves have got antiseptic properties and are, therefore, used in the treatment of ulcers, cuts, and wounds. They help in reducing the pain caused by measles, chickenpox, and smallpox. A mixture of basil leaves juice and coconut oil can be applied to cuts and wounds to give relief. Chewing a basil leaf or applying the juice of basil leaves on the area stung or bitten by an insect also helps relieve the pain as well as draw the venom out. Disclaimer This channel cannot and does not contain medical/fitness/health advice. The medical/fitness /health advice information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not suitable for professional advice. Accordingly, before taking any actions base upon such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. We do not provide any kind of medical/fitness /health advice. The use or reliance of any information contained on this channel is solely at your own risk. This presentation contains images that were used under a Creative Commons License. Click here to see the full list of images and attributions: https://link.attribute.to/cc/1354409'
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