Description
Basil contains many vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants such as , zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin. Many of its health benefits come from these antioxidants, as well as its essential oils. These compounds mostly disappear during the drying process, so opt for fresh basil when possible to gain the most benefits.
Health benefits of basil include:
Reduction of oxidative stress. Basil is full of antioxidants. Sweet basil contains a compound called eugenol, and lime and lemon basils have limonene. These antioxidants, along with others such as anthocyanins and beta-carotene, help to fight free radicals in the body that can otherwise lead to cell damage and increase your risk for a variety of health conditions, including cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
- Certain industrial chemicals
- Heavy metals
- Physical strain
- Extremely cold temperatures
- Poor diet
- Low physical activity
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