Basil (rayhon, reagan) is a plant with a unique taste and aroma. Moreover, he is a friend of people leading a healthy lifestyle, as he has a lot of useful and healing qualities.
Basil: beneficial properties
Basil plant
Basil is a branchy plant belonging to the mint family of herbs. In height it can reach from thirty to sixty centimeters. The leaves are rough to the touch, green or purple in color. There are about 70 varieties of basil. The most common is common basil (fragrant). It has oblong bright green leaves and has a strong peppery-cool aroma and fresh bitter taste.
The basilica is home to Iran, India and South Asia. Basil was introduced to Europe only in the XNUMXth century, where it quickly gained popularity due to its wonderful smell.
Benefits of basil
Basil leaves and shoots contain vitamins P and C, carotene, rutin, tannins and a large amount of macro- and microelements. In addition, basil contains protein and is rich in fiber.
Basil and its essential oil are known for their medicinal properties: – excellent antiseptic; – improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and helps well with stomach ulcers; – relieves sore throat and coughs; – contributes to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases; – has a diaphoretic effect, relieves pain and fever with flu; – has a diuretic effect; – has a calming and relaxing effect, an excellent remedy in the fight against stress and chronic fatigue; – reduces toothache, kills bacteria that cause tooth decay, plaque and bad breath; – lowers blood cholesterol levels.
Basil application
Basil is most often used in medicine, cooking and cosmetology. In cooking, basil is used as a seasoning for dishes, both fresh and dried. It is often added to spaghetti and pasta, salads and meats. Basil is especially popular in Italy. The culinary experts of this southern country add it to soups, pasta, sauces, pizza, cheese and lamb. Basil is also used in preservation to add pungency and a spicy bitter aroma to the marinade. In Uzbekistan, basil leaves are added to drinks and tea. It can be purchased at a relatively low price.
Basil is widely used in the food industry (in the production of smoked meats and sausages), as well as in the alcoholic beverage industry (flavoring liquor)
In cosmetology, basil oil is added to care products for oily and problem skin, since the plant has a pronounced antiseptic effect. It can also be found in hair care products.
In medicine, basil can be found in various medicines and herbal preparations for baths.