Eat Basil(English)

When in childhood, I used to be sick,my mother used to give me basil soup.From my childhood I am still thinking what is hidden in this wonder vegetable.          Basil scientifically called Ocimum basilicum ,and also known as great basil,is a culinary herb from the Lamiaceae(mints) family.A commen aromatic herb,it is usually used to add flavour to variety of recipes,but what may astonish one is that there are various  health benefits of basil that make it well known for its immunity-enhancing properties.                      ..Basil seeds or basil essential oil are proven to help prevent a wider range of health conditions, which makes it one of the most essential medical herbs known  today.Basil has vitamin A, C, K and Omega 3 components including calling components too.It also contains minerals like copper,Calcium, Manganese,phosphors, Zink and potassium .An ancient Ayurvedic herb,basil has various proven benefits including being anti-inflammatory, antioxidants., immune booster,pain reducer , and blood vessels-protector.       ...This herbs also contains cooling components thus making it really helpful for summers.It detoxifies the body and maintains one's body temperature pace.Adding to the benefits Basil contains antioxidants.-rich volatile essential oils,which are considered  hydrophobic,meaning they don't dissolve in water and are light  and small enough to travel through the air and the pores within our skin.Basil's  volatile essential oil is something that gives the herb its distinct smell and taste,but basil contains some great healing properties.         In the long history of Ayurveda ,basil seeds were also called tukmaria seeds.These seeds  may support one's gut health,may complete one's fibre quota,reduced blood sugar,help in weight loss,and also reduce cholesterol. There are more than 60 varieties of basil,with sweet basil being one of the most widely used.The herb has rounded leaves that are often often pointed. It is a bright green plant ,although some varieties have hints of purple or red in their leaves,basil makes a colourful and flavorful dishes.      It has been observed  that many of the cooks use basil to thicken their dessert instead of using any artificial /unhealthy powder to do so..Sometimes people are not able to differentiate  between Chia seeds and basil seeds,to make it clear basil seeds are different in nature they are larger,and bit duller in their colour. These herbs are used in various recipes as a cooling components in desserts ,drinks and fruits juices  for refreshments, also beating the summer heat. For better digestion,weight loss and immune  system,the following simple recipe is suggested,which can be easily made at home.              ......         (A)Take 2 tsp of Basil seeds(Subja)+1/2 litre of water+10 mint leaves crushed.        ..(B)1/2 tsp cinnamon powder+a little bit of sendha salt(pink Himalayan salt) ........(C) Or to make a sweeter version one can add organic honey.                            ..(D)Mix it well and drink it.                         The recipe will help to flush out toxins from our body making it feel light and healthy. However It's use is not recommended with certain health conditions like valve replacement, It rich iron content may demage heart of a person .