Basil (1fl oz tincture)

A fresh plant tincture in vodka.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a common aromatic herb in the mint family, the same plant family as other nutrient-dense, beneficial herbs and spices, including mint, oregano and rosemary.

Fragrant, pungent basil has enjoyed an enduring legacy in kitchens and apothecaries the world over! With over 150 known varieties, basil is known and loved for its lovely scent, essential oils, and healing properties. This sweet basil tincture acts mainly on the digestive and nervous systems, easing gas and stomach cramps, and preventing or relieving nausea or vomiting. Basil is also mildly sedative and has been found to be helpful in treating nervous irritability and fatigue, depression, anxiety, and insomnia. It also has antibacterial properties and may be supportive for the common cold, mental alertness, constipation, and diarrhea. 

Contraindications:

Medicinal actions: Adaptogen, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Cancer-fighter, Pain-reducer (analgesic), Fever-reducer (antipyretic), Diabetes-preventer, Liver-protector (hepatoprotective), Blood vessel-protector, Immune-booster

Bleeding disorders: Basil oils and extracts might slow blood clotting and increase the risk of bleeding in people with bleeding disorders.

Low blood pressure: Basil extracts might lower blood pressure. In theory, taking basil extracts might make blood pressure become too low in people with low blood pressure.

Surgery: Basil oils and extracts might slow blood clotting. In theory, basil oils or extracts might increase the risk of bleeding during surgical procedures. Stop using basil at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.