{"id":16502,"remedy_name":"Basil","remedy_type":"Herbal Remedy","alternative_names":["Ocimum basilicum","Basil"],"miasm":"Psoric Miasm","temperament":"Neutral","aggravation_time":"Neutral\/Anytime","keynote_indications":"Key Actions: Antibacterial, Insecticidal, mild sedative, relieves gas.\nParts Used: Whole plant.","modalities":"Cautions: Safe at recommended dosage..","symptoms_by_system":{"Stomach & Abdomen":"key information sAfety \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 trAditionAl use \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 reseArch \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 \u2729 best tAKen As Infusion \u2713\u2713\u2713 Capsule \u2713\u2713 Food \u2713 dosAge C (see pp.44\u201345) cAutions Safe at recommended dosage. See also pp.42\u201351. ocImum SAnctum Basil Ocimum basilicum The herb in Italian cooking, basil relieves upper digestive discomfort, indigestion, and bloating, and is applied topically to acne and insect bites. medicinAl uses Part used Whole plant Key actions Antibacterial \u2022 Insecticidal \u2022 mild sedative \u2022 relieves gas digestive problems Like many culinary herbs, basil has a pronounced effect on digestion, both stimulating and soothing stomach and intestinal activity at the same time. It is best taken for symptoms such as bad breath, stomach cramps, nausea, indigestion, gas, and bloating. other uses Juice from the leaves can be applied neat to infected spots and insect bites and stings to speed healing. holy basil, tulsi Ocimum sanctum Prized in Indian medicine as a tonic that clears the mind, holy basil has many benefits, including stabilizing blood sugar levels and soothing chest conditions. key information sAfety \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 trAditionAl use \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 reseArch \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2605 \u2729 best tAKen As Infusion \u2713\u2713\u2713 Tincture \u2713\u2713 Powder \u2713 dosAge C (see pp.44\u201345) cAutions In diabetes, take only after consulting a professional. See also pp.42\u201351. medicinAl uses Part used Whole plant Key actions Anti-inflammatory \u2022 expectorant \u2022 Lowers blood sugar levels \u2022 tonic uses holy basil promotes better uptake of sugars within the body , and can prove particularly helpful in the early stages of diabetes. commonly used for cough and bronchitis, holy basil also helps to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. fresh leaves Significantly insecticidal, the leaves or juice can be rubbed on the skin to repel insects. aerial parts 167 A prolific flowering herb, evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) produces thousands of seeds, several hundred of which need to be pressed for just one capsule of seed oil."},"schema_version":"1.0","api_provider":"Allahshafi"}