Basil is a popular spice that is used, among other things, in Italian cuisine in the form of pesto or as a decorative decoration for pizza and pasta. The spice is also frequently used in local cuisine, and for many people the pot with the basil plant has a permanent place on the windowsill. But … Basil: the Royal Spice
Stem plant L. Lamiaceae, basil. Medicinal drug Basilici herba – basil herb. Ingredients Essential oil: basil oil Effects Antimicrobial Fields of application As a spice; medicinal uses in folk medicine. Adverse effects Basil oil contains estragole, which is mutagenic after metabolic activation.
Pesto is freshly made from basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic as well as olive oil a classic recipe of Italian cuisine. Pesto is tasty as well as quick as well as easy to prepare. In the meantime, both the classic pesto as well as different variations such as Pesto Rosso or Pesto Bärlauch have … Pesto: Healthy Indulgence from Italy
Latin name: Ocimum BasilicumGenus: Labiate familyFolk names: Basil, German Pepper, Royal LavenderPlant description: Annual herb, bushy-branched, 50 cm high, leaves ovoid, slightly toothed, flowers small, white, pink to purple-redOrigin: Probably originates from India, north of the Alps Basil does not grow outdoorsCultivation: It is grown in gardens or cultures, is very sensitive to cold. Medicinally … Basil
This topic concerns the mode of action/effect of the artichoke or artichoke extract. All further information on this topic can also be found under: Artichoke Therapy – application – effect Scientific studies have shown that extracts of artichoke leaves can protect mainly liver cells from damage by free radicals (genetically modifying and therefore carcinogenic substances). … Effect of the artichoke
Especially in the warm and dry summer months the wasp population is increased. The danger of wasp bites increases. Therefore the prevention of wasp stings is of great importance. To keep wasps away from the house, insect screens on windows and doors help. However, there are also various ways of keeping wasps at a distance … Household remedy against wasps
Household remedy against wasp stings If all preventive measures did not help and it came nevertheless to a wasp sting, there are numerous household remedies, which are said to have a lindernde effect. Above all, the local application of heat-heat with temperatures of 45 to 50°C is to be mentioned. If heat is applied to … Household remedy against wasp stings | Household remedy against wasps
