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CHEMISTRY OF BASIL AND IT'S MEDICINAL USES

 


Scientific name:- Ocimum basilicum L

Family:- lamiaceae

The major organic chemical compound present in the basil is estragole.

         estragole 




Medicinal properties:-

Antimicrobial
Antispasmodic


Medicinal uses:-

Because of antibacterial properties of basil, it has been used as a antibacterial agent to kill the bacteria like E.coli bacteria and many other bacterias.

It is Used as a antifungal agent against aspargillus and rhizocaticol

It has been used in the treatment of gonorrhea, dysentery, chronic diarrhea, wound healing, pimples, skin infections and against different varieties of bacterial diseases.

It is a very good source of beta carotene. Normally beta carotene help to prevent damage to the cells by free radicals.

Magnesium is essential mineral present in basil which helps the heart and  blood vessels to relax, improving blood flow.

Other nutrients and also found in basil include iron calcium potassium and vitamin c.

Other applications:-

Essential oil of basil have been used extensively for many years in food products perfumery dental and oral products.

It is used for flavouring of confectionary, baked goods, condiments, sausages and meats, non alcoholic beverages, ice Cream and ices.

The possible future use of basil is food preservation and antimicrobial packing of food products.


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