Saint basil, also known as nine-story pagoda, is an aromatic herb belonging to Labiatae. In many western countries, it is an essential condiment in the family. This plant is not common in China, and people don't understand its efficacy. In fact, St. basil can be used as medicine in addition to perfume, and it is a kind of Chinese herbal medicine with high medicinal value. Here is a detailed introduction to its efficacy and application value. Those who want to know about St. Vasily can focus on it.

Efficacy and function of basil

1, supplement nutrition

St. Basil is an edible green vegetable, which can enrich plant protein and carbohydrate for human body, and can also make human body absorb various vitamins and dietary fiber, so as to meet the normal metabolism of human body and meet the needs of different nutrients. People can promote their health after using it, but it can also improve the functions of various organs of the body, which is of great benefit to strengthening their physique and improving their health.

2. Clearing intestines and detoxifying

Saint basil is slightly cold and contains a lot of dietary fiber. After people use it, they can clean up the garbage and toxins in the intestines, accelerate gastrointestinal peristalsis and relieve constipation caused by intestinal dryness. It can promote human metabolism, prevent toxins from accumulating in the body, improve the digestive function of the human body, and also play the role of clearing the intestines and detoxifying.

3. Improve taste and fragrance

Holy basil is a spice that can improve the taste and fragrance. When cooking meat ingredients, people can pack the minced meat ingredients of St. basil, which will make the pickled meat ingredients taste better. Moreover, adding a proper amount of basil when preserving meat ingredients can also prevent the ingredients from deteriorating and effectively extend their shelf life.

Medicinal value of St. basil

Saint basil can promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, and relieve swelling and pain. It is a commonly used drug for the treatment of traumatic injury in clinic. During treatment, it can be pounded into mud and directly applied to the wound. Changing dressing 1~2 times a day can relieve swelling and pain. Saint basil can also diminish inflammation and sterilize, and also has obvious therapeutic effect on dermatitis and eczema, which often appear in human beings. It needs to be mashed, taken out and applied to the affected area during treatment.