Basil
Basil has a rich history of use in medicinal and in culinary practices. It is known to be used to treat fevers, swelling, alleviate colds, itching, aid digestive systems, lessen menstruation pains, insomnia and help kill bacteria. Some research indicates that basil oil has high levels of antioxidants and anti-aging properties.
Health Benefits:
Respiratory illness relief
Health Condition:
Ear Infection
Cold
Virus
Method of Use:
Chew
Topical Application
Alternative Names:
Sweet Basil
Cultural Narrative
One community member describes how his mother used basil to treat ear infections rather than cooking. His mother said that it can be chewed up and then placed in the affected ear to soothe irritation.
Another community member mentioned rubbing basil leaves on her temples in order to treate headaches. She also mentioned boiling basil with other herbs for a bath or creating a bundle to cleanse a person of Mal de Ojo
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