A natural way to make your life better, or the beneficial properties of basil

Most often when mention of the word "basil" comes to mind comes standing in the kitchen cupboard jar, which contains dried and crushed leaves of this plant.

Useful properties of basil is a question worthy of more detailed consideration, since with the help of this representative of the family of the clearing can solve many problems: from the refined demonstration of dislike to someone( in the language of flowers, basil is a symbol of disgust)before the normalization of blood pressure and weight reduction.

Basic information about the basilica

A person who cares about himself and his loved ones, before using any means, will try to learn about him as much as possible. This is what we are offering you to do!

Let's start with the fact that this plant has several varieties and almost all of them are useful and in demand. The most famous:

• lemon( has a scent reminiscent of citrus);
• Thai( distinctive feature - leaves of a rich purple color, characterized by a taste of liquorice);
• Mediterranean( a plant with leaves of the most delicate green color);
• Asian( its leaves are covered with light hairs, have a purple or red color, their taste resembles a carnation).

By the way, the plant can still be called: regan, reagan, cornflower fragrant.

The use of basil can be very different, because in each of the varieties listed above, the substances we need are:

• vitamins and minerals( C, P, A, K, B2, magnesium, potassium, copper);
• flavonoids, phytoncides, glycosides;
• essential oils;
• carotene;
• simple sugars, vegetable oils.

Important! In Armenia and Georgia, this aromatic herb is used everywhere, and is also called the royal one. So, it's not for nothing that there is a stable expression: "Who basil chews - long lives!"

Benefit and harm: only the facts

It would be dishonest to talk solely about how good this herb is. The benefits and harms of basil are interrelated concepts. And you need to know about who should actively use the plant in everyday life, and who better to give it up.

Than and to whom can basil be useful?

It was said above that this herb contains many useful substances, and it is very important that the plant is universal - that is, it can be prepared with desserts and meat dishes, and the products of its processing( for example, oils) usein cosmetology.

To understand whether it is worth including it in your diet, you need to find out how useful basil:

• for those who have a tendency to excess weight, this seasoning will be indispensable, due to the fact that it helps to speed up the metabolism, burn fat, minimal caloric content, excellent aroma( more precisely, various aromas), the ability to replenish the deficiency of nutrients in not the most balanceddiets;
• the fine floor will be appreciated by the fact that the use of basil can significantly improve the condition of nails, hair and skin, and also "stall" the age processes in the body;
• those who pay special attention to the work of the cardiovascular system, should know the following:
  • basil normalizes blood pressure by allowing the heart muscle to maintain optimal rhythmicity of work;
  • the risk of development for those who regularly eat basil is significantly reduced, and the condition of those who are already afflicted with the disease stabilizes;
• is very useful for those who plan or have recently undergone surgery: immunity strengthens, hemoglobin rises, and seams and wounds tighten much faster, which means that the rehabilitation process is really productive;
• for the nervous system basil is also useful: it will reduce the impact of stress and relieve neurotic conditions;
• vision in people who include this herb in the diet, as a rule, remains acute for a long time, and retinal pathologies occur rarely;
• for those who suffer from malfunctions in the work of the digestive tract, basil will become a find - it will relieve flatulence and bloating;
• is recommended for the plant and for those who have problems with the excretory system: basil facilitates the release of stones( softening them) and sand, and also reduces the intensity of pain;
• diseases of the respiratory system( trachea, bronchitis, etc.) are also much more likely to be cured when using this plant.

Who should abandon the basil?

There are not that many restrictions on the use of this plant. Angina pectoris, pregnancy, ischemia and epilepsy are good reasons for refusing basil.

Thrombophlebitis and thrombosis, diabetes mellitus, hypertension are conditions in which it is necessary to carefully analyze the medicinal properties of basil and contraindications to its use. The optimal strategy is minimal use and careful observation of the condition and individual reactions of the body.

Important! The influence of basil on children under 6 years is not sufficiently studied, so do not take risks and give the plant to babies.

What kinds of basil can I use?

You can talk about how to apply basil in cooking, for a very long time. Almost any dish, this herb can give a completely new "sound."Meat, fish, salads - all this with the addition of basil becomes even more delicious!

Tip! If you want the dish to get peppery odor, then basil is mixed with rosemary. And adding savory to it can make food more acute. Such condiments with basil will help make the food much more appetizing.

Worthy of attention is the recipe for the preparation of an unusual lemonade: refreshing, firming and just very tasty.

For this you will need the following components:

• half a glass of lemon juice;
• 4 cups of water( mineral);
• 3 tablespoons of sugar;
• half a glass of basil leaves;
• ice cubes.

The first thing to do is mix sugar with leaves and a wooden spoon to grind the mixture so that the leaves are allowed to juice.

Then pour lemon juice and water into the container. All carefully mix( to dissolve sugar) and add ice. Done!

Tip! Cut this plant with a metal knife is not necessary - it will deprive the grass of the lion's share of flavor. It is better to break it with your hands.

Worthy of attention and a product such as basil oil. It is successfully used to stop aging processes, get rid of boils and inflammations on the skin. In 1 tablespoon of base oil, you need to add 4 drops of oil: this mixture can be an excellent alternative to face cream.

Interesting! The famous "Pesto" sauce in the whole world with its memorable taste is largely due to the basilica.

Those who want to get rid of a headache: 2-3 drops added to the water for a cold or hot compress will help bring your condition back to normal.

Aromalamp, in which the oil of this plant is used, will allow to normalize the self-esteem of those who are in the room, remove the state of anxiety, activate thinking. Relieves of insomnia. So, the situation in your house will immediately improve! Dosage: 3-7 drops of oil per room, an area of ​​about 20 square meters.

Important! If you use excessive amounts of basil oil for caring procedures and treatment, then instead of toning you can get the opposite effect - the state of depression and lethargy, and on the skin - irritations.

Nothing difficult to use this product. And the result you will see very quickly!