Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Dry Herb

-Available in 1 oz.

-Sealed in a silver standup zip pouch for freshness

-SKU # BAS-DH3

*Health Benefits:

• Decreasing Pain and Swelling

• Bronchitis

• Ringworm

• Earache

• Diarrhea

• Dysentery

• Malaria fevers

• Gastric disorders

• Hepatic infections

• Skin disorders

• Increases endurance

• Inhibits ulcer formation

• Protects against gamma radiation

• The leaves may improve pancreatic beta cell function

• Enhances insulin secretion

• Helps with the common cold/flu

• Stress

• Asthma

• Headache

• Upset stomach

• Heart disease

• Fever

• Insomnia

• Mercury poisoning

• An antidote to snake and scorpion bites

• Other chemicals might lower blood sugar in people with diabetes

Magickal Properties:

• Used for Love, Exorcism, Wealth, Flying

• The fresh scent of basil causes sympathy between two people, and this is why it is used to soothe tempers between lovers.

• Exorcism, wealth. It is added to love incenses and sachets and the fresh leaves are rubbed against the skin as a kind of natural love perfume

• Basil is strewn on floors, because where it is, no evil can live.

• Small amounts are sometimes placed in each room of the house to bring protection

• Basil is given as a gift brings good luck to a new home

• Basil brings wealth to those who carry it in their pockets and is used to attract customers to a place of business.

Nutrition:

• Beta-carotene

• Vitamin A

• Magnesium

• Folic Acid

• Potassium

• Iron

• Calcium

Warnings:

• Not recommended for pregnant women

• Not recommended for breastfeeding women

• May stimulate uterine contractions

• Might slow blood clotting

• Stop this herbal 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery 

• *Might increase blood sugar

Methods of administration:

• Tea

• Infusion

• Tincture

• Capsules

• Added to foods fresh or dry

• Apply to skin

Applications:

• Expectorant

• Analgesic

• Antitumor

• Anti-inflammatory

• Antibacterial

Drug Interactions:

• People with bleeding disorders

• Antibiotics

***Please double check with an interaction checker (Web MD) to see if any prescription medications you're on might interact with any supplements or herbs you may be taking or wish to take***

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Directions & Safety's:

• Make a tincture/herbal extract by mixing 1 part dry herb to 4 parts alcohol (80 proof vodka NOT rubbing alcohol).  Shake every day for 6 weeks, strain and store in an amber glass bottle in the dark.  Take 6-15 drops 2 times a day for the above health reasons.

• Make an oil by mixing one part dried powder to 4 parts Extra Virgin olive oil.  You can either follow the directions of the tincture above but replace the alcohol with olive oil or make a double boiler on the stove by placing a pan with water on the stove with water in it and a glass container, preferably a glass measuring cup with a spout inside the pan of water.   Fill the glass container with the herb and cover with oil. Let the herb sit in the oil, stir over medium heat for 2 hours, strain and put in an amber bottle and store in a dark place.

• Sprinkle on food as an herbal spice

*Disclaimer: Please do your own research before using my products. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Discontinue use if you have any side effects. Can cause allergic reactions. Consult a health practitioner before using these products or if you have any serious medical conditions, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications.