Holy basil oil is used for stress & anxiety. It is used for diabetes & high cholesterol. It is used to stir-fry dishes & spicy soups as it has a peppery taste. It is also called hot basil. It is used in Ayurveda medicines. It is the best home remedy for cold, cough & flu.
Extraction:
It is extracted by the Steam Distilled method.
Blending:
It blends well with lavender, clary sage, cedarwood, thyme, bergamot, geranium, orange, rosemary.
Uses:
- It is used for balancing hormones such as cortisol (the stress hormone)
- It is used for improving brain function
- It is used for boosting the immune system
- It is used for lowering inflammation
- It is used for improving energy levels
- It is used for improving organ and bodily system (such as GI) function
Precautions:
Pregnant & breastfeeding women should avoid it.