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| 6) BASIL, HOLY BASIL(Ocimum sanctum) |
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Holy
basil, like sweet (culinary) basil, comes from India where it is revered
as a sacred herb. The Egyptians burned a mixture of basil and myrrh to
appease their gods. Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) was introduced in Europe
as a seasoning for food. The herb has very important medicinal properties
- notably its ability to reduce blood sugar levels. It also prevents peptic
ulcers and other stress related conditions like hypertension, colitis and
asthma. Basil is also used to treat cold and reduce fever, congestion and
joint pain. Due to its anti-bacterial and fungicide action, basil leaves
are used on itching skin, insect biting and skin affections.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Lowers blood sugar levels, antispasmodic, analgesic, lowers
blood pressure, reduces fever, fungicidal, anti-inflammatory.
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| 7) BASIL (OCIMUM BASILICUM) |
| This oil has a sweet, spicy green and slightly balsamic odour. It is colorless or pale yellow color. The main action of basic oil is on the nervous system. It is relaxing and uplifting and is an ideal remedy for mental fatigue, headaches & insomnia. It is also useful for menstrual cramps, to relieve flatulence and other intestinal problems. WARNING - Never use in pregnancy. Do not use in concentrations of more than 2%. |
| 8) BENZOIN GUM (Styrax benzoin ) |
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Benzoin
is a tree native to South-East Asia. Its trunk exudes a gum well known
for
its strong astringent and antiseptic action. For this reason it is used
externally to fight tissue inflammation and disinfection of wounds. When
taken internally, benzoin gum acts to settle griping pain, to stimulate
coughing, and to disinfect the urinary tract. Benzoin gum is widely used
in cosmetics as an antioxidant in oils, as a fixative in perfumes and as
an additive to soaps. When steam inhaled, it helps healing sore throats,
head and chest colds, asthma and bronchitis.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Antiseptic, astringent, anti-inflammatory.
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| 9) BERGAMOT (Citrus bergamia syn. C. aurantium var. bergamia ) |
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Bergamot
oil, expressed from the peel, assists in avoiding infectious diseases.
In cosmetics it is used in preventing oily skin, acne, psoriasis and acne.
The oil (or constituents of it) are sometimes added to sun-tanning oils.
Bergamot oil is also used to relieve tension, relax muscle spasms and improve
digestion.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Disinfectant, muscle relaxant.
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| 10) BITTER ORANGE (Citrus aurantium) |
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The
bitter orange, native to tropical Asia, has provided food and medicine
for thousands of years. Its oil contains flavonoids which are anti-inflammatory,
antibacterial and antifungal. Bitter orange juice is rich in vitamin C
which helps the immune system. As an infusion, it helps to relieve fever,
soothe headaches and lower fever. It yields neroli oil from its flowers,
and the oil known as petitgrain from its leaves and young shoots. Both
distillates are used extensively in perfumery. Orange flower water is a
by-product of distillation and is used in perfumery and to flavor sweets
and biscuits, as well as being used medicinally to reduce heart rate and
palpitations, to encourage sleep and calm the digestive tract.
MAIN
PROPERTIES: Anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial, digestive.
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