{"product_id":"baldwins-basil-herb-ocimum-basilicum","title":"Baldwins Basil Herb ( Ocimum Basilicum )","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcimum basilicum \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eherba\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBasil emerged in and around the Mediterranean and Middle East. During medieval Europe, the herb was endowed as a blessing upon unions, a symbol of ove and a statement of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow the herb is found worldwide  probably down to its delicious culinary uses; delicious pesto for your pasta, tomato \u0026amp; basil salad anyone?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cu\u003eHealth perks:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Eugenol and thymol can help reduce mental fatigue, and you can try it out for youself by using a diffuser or just adding a few drops of Basil essential oil into hot water, to inhale. Allow the pesto aroma to lift you up, or you can have a herbal tea with its leaves. Both will ease nervous irritability and calm neuro-inflammation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe presence of eugenols in Basil gives the herb spasmodic-relieving value, easing muscle tension and spasms of the gastrointestinal tract. As a tea, Basil can be useful as a digestive tonic, which helps bloating and flatulence (as a carminative) whilst promoting effective digestion. Thus, useful in relieving constipation and indigestion \u0026amp; heartburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe herb traditionally is also conveyed as a mild vermifuge (as well as in Ayurvedic medicine); to remove intestinal worms\/ parasites. Best used as a preventative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt acts as a blood invigorator, because of the eugenol, linalool and cineole oil content. Together they stimulate circulation, and induce mild vasodilation generating a warming effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e ***If pregnant\/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualified herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baldwins","offers":[{"title":"Baldwins Basil Herb 25g","offer_id":61740265865546,"sku":"HEBASIL25","price":1.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baldwins Basil Herb 100g","offer_id":61740265898314,"sku":"HEBASIL100","price":4.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baldwins Basil Herb 250g","offer_id":61740265931082,"sku":"HEBASIL250","price":9.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baldwins Basil Herb 500g","offer_id":61740265963850,"sku":"HEBASIL500","price":15.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1030\/8537\/5818\/files\/BASIL.jpg?v=1783006460","url":"https:\/\/www.baldwins.co.uk\/products\/baldwins-basil-herb-ocimum-basilicum","provider":"G. Baldwin \u0026 Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}