Healing Herbs: Basil

Basil has been used for centuries by many different cultures to ward of evil spirits, attract mates, and to heal migraines and chest infections. The word basil is derived from "basileum," the Greek name for king. And with its popularity in food dishes and many health benefits, Basil does reign!   



You can use this herb in a variety of ways. You can eat the leaves, make a basil tea, use the leaves in a bath, or apply basil essential oil on the body. 

The Benefits of Basil:

Alleviates migraines and colds. Basil can help with throat and lung infections like bronchitis.

Fights mental fatigue. Basil strengthens the mind and heart and improves memory and sharpens the mind.

Anti-Depressent. Basil's uplifting aroma helps bring clarity to a confused mental state and lift one out of a depressed mood. The plant helps relieve anxiety and stress. 

Relaxes muscles. Basil is anti-inflammartory, soothes the nervous system, and helps calm muscle spasms. This is a great herb for menstruation cramps. 

Aides digestion. Basil can stimulate appetite for people suffering from anorexia and eases digestive disorders such as gas and gas and diarrhea and abdominal pain. 

Basil also helps heal wounds, canker sores, boils, acne and increase the milk supply for breast feeding mothers.


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