Holy basil is used to treat many conditions, including H1N1 (swine) flu, diabetes, the common cold, headache, fever, stress, upset stomach, earache, and more. It has also been used as a mosquito repellant and topically (on the skin) to treat ringworm.
- Adaptogenic
- Anti-arthritic
- Anti-coagulant
- Anti-diabetic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-pyretic (prevents itching)
- Antidiarrheal
- Antimicrobial (including antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and more)
- Antioxidant
- Antitussive (treats cough)
- Liver-, brain-. and heart-protective