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    5 Health Benefits of Basil - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
    Is Basil a healthy herb?
    Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a sacred and remarkable herb loaded with numerous health benefits. The term ‘basil’ comes from basilikhon, an ancient Greek word that means royal. With over 60 varieties, including sweet basil, holy basil, lemon basil, curly basil, among others, now this wonderful herb is grown all over the world.
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    Basil: Nutrition, Health Benefits, Uses and More

    Basil comes in many varieties. While it may not contribute significant vitamins and nutrients to your diet, it can add unique flavor to your sauces, salads, and soups.

    Basil is a flavorful, leafy green herb that originated in Asia and Africa.

    It’s a member of the mint family, and many different varieties exist.

    Basil comes in many varieties. While it may not contribute significant vitamins and nutrients to your diet, it can add unique flavor to your sauces, salads, and soups.

    Basil is a flavorful, leafy green herb that originated in Asia and Africa.

    It’s a member of the mint family, and many different varieties exist.

    Popular as a food seasoning, this aromatic herb is also used in teas and supplements which may provide a range of health benefits.

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    The scientific name of the basil commonly purchased for cooking is Ocimum basilicum (abbreviated O. basilicum).

    There are many different varieties of O. basilicum, including (1):

    •Sweet basil: The most widely grown, popular basil, renowned for its use in Italian dishes. Commonly sold dried in supermarkets. Has a licorice-clove flavor.

    •Bush or Greek basil: Has a strong aroma but mild flavor, so it can be substituted for sweet basil. Forms a compact bush with small leaves and grows well in a pot.

    •Thai basil: Has an anise-licorice flavor and is commonly used in Thai and Southeast Asian dishes.

    •Cinnamon basil: Native to Mexico. Has a cinnamon-like flavor and scent. Commonly served with legumes or spicy, stir-fried vegetables.

    •Lettuce basil: Features large, wrinkled, soft leaves with a licorice-like flavor. Works well in salads or tossed with tomatoes and olive oil.

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    As recipes demand relatively small amounts of basil, this herb contributes few vitamins and minerals in typical diets.

    Here is the most notable nutrient content of 1 tablespoon (around 2 grams) of sweet basil (2, 3):

    Though dried basil is more concentrated in nutrients, you use less in recipes compared to fresh. Therefore, neither is a significant source of most nutrients — except vitamin K.

    Basil also supplies beneficial plant compounds that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and other health properties (4, 5).

    In addition, these compounds give basil its “essence” — or distinct aroma and flavor. That’s why oils derived from basil and other plants are called essential oils (4).

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    Basil is not only a popular folk remedy for ailments like nausea and bug bites but also widely utilized in traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine and other holistic medicine systems (4, 6, 7).

    Today, scientists study potential medicinal benefits of basil. Extracts or essential oils of basil, which provide concentrated amounts of plant compounds, are typically tested instead of whole leaves (8).

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    Though fresh basil gives stronger flavor, dried basil is less expensive and more convenient. You can also buy basil frozen into recipe-portioned cubes in the freezer section of stores.

    Sweet basil is most widespread, but you may find other varieties at farmers markets or ethnic markets, such as Asian food stores. Alternately, try growing your own.

    You can grow basil anywhere with nighttime temperatures above 60℉ (15.5℃) for at least two months. Basil is sensitive to cold and likes sun exposure all day.

    You can cultivate basil from a seed planted in dirt or a stem cut from another plant that you put in water until roots start to grow. Basil will flourish in a garden or patio pot that drains well.

    Harvest basil leaves as you need them, but don’t simply pluck them from your plants. To encourage proper growth, cut the stem toward the bottom so that only two to four leaves remain on the plant.

    Put fresh basil stems in a jar with tap water to keep the leaves fresh for a few …

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