Basil, Holy Basil: The medicinal properties of this herb, for treating bronchitis, asthma, and heart problems, to mention just a few, has been know for centuries.

In studies for finding these benefits, researchers have found that Holy Basil is used as a stress reducer, anti-inflamtory (arthritis) disease, anti-oxidant and a pain reducer. It is able to achieve this by means of keeping in check, low levels of  the hormone, cortisol, (the stress producing hormone) and gives one emotional and physical endurance.

Holy Basil has expectorant property capabilities which is useful in treating respiratory problems. Asthma, bronchitis, pnuemonia and even fluid retention. (it thins the mucus to allow the body to expell it properly).

This plant herb claims are; for treating the whole body by supporting normal functions of the body with normal balance.

It also contains the much needed vitamins C and calcium for healthy bones and teeth.