History :
Basil derives from the Greek word"basileus", which means "king". The Oxford English Dictionary says that basil may have been used as "some royal unguent, bath, or medicine". The French often refer to the herb as l'herbe royale (the royal herb), and in Jewish folklore basil is thought to give strength while fasting.
Basil is native to India, China, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea.[3] It was originally domesticated in India, having been cultivated there for more than 5,000 years.Nutrition :
The various basils have such different scents because the herb has a number of different essential oils that come together in different proportions for various breeds. The strong clove scent of sweet basil is derived from eugenol, the same chemical as actual cloves.
Suggested Benefits :
- Reduce inflammation and swelling
- Anti-aging properties
- Rich in antioxidants
- DNA Protection Plus Anti-Bacterial Properties
- Nutrients Essential for Cardiovascular Health
Good Source of : Source
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 94 kJ (22 kcal) |
2.65 g
| |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g |
0.64 g
| |
3.15 g
| |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A equiv. |
(33%)
264 μg
(29%)
3142 μg |
| Thiamine (B1) |
(3%)
0.034 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) |
(6%)
0.076 mg |
| Niacin (B3) |
(6%)
0.902 mg |
(4%)
0.209 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 |
(12%)
0.155 mg |
| Folate (B9) |
(17%)
68 μg |
| Choline |
(2%)
11.4 mg |
| Vitamin C |
(22%)
18.0 mg |
| Vitamin E |
(5%)
0.80 mg |
| Vitamin K |
(395%)
414.8 μg |
| Trace metals | |
| Calcium |
(18%)
177 mg |
| Iron |
(24%)
3.17 mg |
| Magnesium |
(18%)
64 mg |
| Manganese |
(55%)
1.148 mg |
| Phosphorus |
(8%)
56 mg |
| Potassium |
(6%)
295 mg |
| Sodium |
(0%)
4 mg |
| Zinc |
(9%)
0.81 mg |
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