Health Benefits of Scent leaf (Basil), Methods of Usage and their Various Types

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Scent leave is also called Basil which belongs to
the family of Lameacea. Another name for scent
leaf is Ocimum Gratissimum or scent leaf as the
name implies. It is called Nchawun in Igbo,
daidoya in the northern area and Effirin in Yoruba.

It is a very good leaf with branches. It serves good
purpose in the medical field and also it serves as
good season in preparing some African meals even
internationally.
Scent leaf has many health benefits and this has
made it very useful herb.

Health Benefits of Scent Leave

Scent leaf is a very good medicinal herb and this
has made it a very good plant in the medical field.

Treats Malaria

Antipyretic is a substance that is contained in scent
leaf that makes it possible for it to cure malaria.
The way to take it is to drink it as tea when its warn
so that it can work effectively in the body.

Treats Sore throat

Basil or scent leaf is an expert in curing sore throat.
The basic method for medication is to use it in hot
water or warn and drink it. In no time the sore throat
will disappear.

Fights inflammation

Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, Ocimum
Gratissimum or scent leaf as popularly called serves a
great deal to cure inflammation's and the affected area.

Treats Fever/Cold

The antipyretic in Basil also helps in the treatment of
fever and Cold conditions. The best way to use scent
leaf for this treatment is to boil the scent leaf and take
it in form of tea so it will work fast and effectively.
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Treats Cough

Basil or scent leaf has the capacity to treat cough in a
very shift time. The scent leaf has a juice in it when it
is squeezed thoroughly, and when the juice is finally
out, it is advised to use it with a warm water and store
it in a save area. Drinking the therapy daily will reduce
and cure the cough with time.

Types of Scent leaf or Basil

Basil or Scent leaf have deferent types with its veriety
and botanical names.
There is Lime’ BaBasil,Opal’ (Purple) Basil, Ocimum
Gratissimum etc. These types of basil and more has
their various health benefits.

Conclusion

Ocimum Gratissimum a botanical name for scent leaf
or Basil as can also be called is a very important
medicinal herb that can cure lots of ailments and
regularly manage them. Aside its enormous health
benefits, Scent leaf can also serve as spice in making
the popular pepper soup that makes it very difficult to
resist its aroma when it is served or during preparation.
Applying all the principles stated above for each cure will
be of great help when using Scent leafs for health related
issues.

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