Question 1

holy basil supplement side effects, can you tell me?

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Here you go:: Holy basil is POSSIBLY SAFE when used by mouth for short periods of time, up to six weeks. It's not known if long-term use is safe.

Not enough is known about the use of holy basil during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Holy basil might slow blood clotting, More?

suggest check webmd vitamin supplement listing for Holy Basil.

Question 2

can i eat basil seeds during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Limited intake: Some of the oils of herbals can stimulate the uterus and cause contractions.  You're probably better off adding some basil to meals instead of ingesting large amounts of it.

Question 3

how do i check my basil body temp?

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Check in early AM: Nothing magic.  Check your temp with a thermometer first thing in the morning.  Body temp is lowest from 4-8 AM, and rises slightly during the day.

Question 4

could it be harmful to smoke basil leaves?

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Don't smoke period: Are you talking about inhaling a burning substance, or cooking it in a smoker like "smoked salmon" ;-) ? Any kind of smoke that is inhaled into your lungs can be expected to be harmful. Don't smoke anything!

Question 5

do you know what are the health benefits of basil?

Accepted Answer

Herbcompanion.com: States that eugenol, a volatile oil in basil has anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties & the plant has beneficial flavonoids. It allegedly is beneficial in constipation, stomach cramps, & indigestion as well as a number of respiratory problems. It is a good source of vitamin a & magnesium.

Question 6

what's the importance of basil body temp and what should it be?

Accepted Answer

Progesterone: You may want to check the Mayo Clinic's website on this topic out:
http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/basal-body-temperature/basics/what-you-can-expect/prc-20019978
The ovary produces progesterone after ovulation, which is responsible for a sharp rise in body temp. Taking her temperature every morning enables a woman to determine, if and when she ovulated.

Question 7

how is basil beneficial for someone?

Accepted Answer

Delicious: It is a most delicious herb and i, personally, love it as pesto. For alleged health benefits, see:http://www.Herbcompanion.Com/herbal-living/amazing-health-benefits-of-basil.Aspx

but recognize that none of these benefits are proven.

Question 8

is it okay for toddlers to eat pesto/other basil-containing foods regularly? is the estragole component of any risk?

Accepted Answer

Basil and pesto: In general, there does not seem to be a risk to humans related to consumption of foods containing estagole compounds. Research related to carcinogenicity is in mice at high doses, not at intermittent low doses consistent with human consumption. Pesto-containing food ingested intermittently should be safe for a toddler.

Question 9

how do you prepare holy basil for medicine?

Accepted Answer

Dry it: Holy basil, also known as tulsi, makes a great tea.  Dry it, then steep it in boiling water for seven to ten minutes.

Question 10

does anyone know how you prepare holy basil for medicinal use?

Accepted Answer

Dry it: Holy basil, also known as tulsi, makes a great tea.  Dry it, then steep it in boiling water for seven to ten minutes.

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