So far I have shared Chamomile tincture and Cayenne tincture recipes. You can read about Basil here.
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Fine Verde Basil |
From The Herb Companion:
"One of the primary medicinal uses for basil is for its
anti-inflammatory properties. This effect stems from eugenol, a volatile oil in
basil that blocks enzymes in the body that cause swelling, making basil an
ideal treatment for people with arthritis.
Basil, especially as an extract or oil, is known to have exceptionally powerful antioxidant properties that can protect the body from premature aging, common skin issues, age-related problems and even some types of cancer. The herb also contains the flavonoids orientin and vicenin, which are plant pigments that shield your cell structures from oxygen and radiation damage.
Basil oil can be used to treat constipation, stomach cramps and indigestion as well as the cold, flu, asthma, whooping cough, bronchitis and sinus infections. It is also a great source of magnesium, an essential mineral that helps the body’s blood vessels relax, which can improve blood flow."
If you were to purchase a tincture in the store, it would cost
approx $45 for 4 ounces. Making your own is the best way to go.
Now for the recipe!!!
You'll need a sterile jar with a lid, fresh basil and alcohol (Everclear)
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fresh basil, washed |
1 cup fresh Basil, chopped
2 cups Everclear
Directions
Place the herbs in your jar and cover with Everclear. Shake every other day (or every day) **Label your jar**
Tincture is ready in 4-6 weeks, strain out herbs and place in a darker jar or leave in a dark place (cabinet).
Tincture is ready in 4-6 weeks, strain out herbs and place in a darker jar or leave in a dark place (cabinet).
Dosage for Adults: 1 - 2 ml, two times daily
*Because I used alcohol as the solvent and I'll keep the finished tincture in an amber bottle, this herbal remedy should last indefinitely. I could pass it on to the next generation but we'll use it up before then!
*Because I used alcohol as the solvent and I'll keep the finished tincture in an amber bottle, this herbal remedy should last indefinitely. I could pass it on to the next generation but we'll use it up before then!
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Day 10 |
Do you use herbal remedies? Have something growing in your garden but you don't know what to do with it?
29 comments:
i really enjoyed this post was a very good post, thanks for sharing,
Visiting from the Thursday Thump. Following via GFC and Bloglovin'. Cheers!
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Do you drink this or apply to your body? Not sure how to use a tincture as I have never used them. Take care.
Do you drink this or apply to your body? Not sure how to use a tincture as I have never used them. Take care.
Hi Linda! This recipe is to ingest but only in small amounts. 1-2ml at a time
This is a fantastic herbal remedy.
Thanks for stopping by!
Thanks Meg! Have a wonderful week!
Thank you Deanna! I am working on quite a few additional herbal remedies to restock our "medicine " cabinet.
I would like to try growing herbs someday in the near future! :)
I love basil, but I have yet to be successful in growing it. Maybe this summer! Thanks for sharing on Tuesday Greens!
I have yet to be good at growing basil, but I love it and its great health features. Maybe this summer! Thanks for linking up at Tuesday Greens!
Great post, thanks for sharing!
-Cinella @ The Mami Blog
I love basil and this sound like a great way to save the essence of the herb! Thanks for sharing this on The HomeAcre Hop Mary!!!
Found you on the HomeAcre hop and following you now. Thanks for this informative post. Basil's my favourite herb and I have a couple of pots on my windowsill - good to learn one more thing to do with it.
Visiting from the Selfsufficient Homeacre. I enjoyed your interesting info. I enjoy growing herbs and always have basil in my garden. I like to make and freeze pesto--also enjoy making a tomato sauce with lots of basil.
What a great idea! I have never used basil medicinally and it looks to have many wonderful properties. Thanks for sharing them!
Also, thanks for sharing on Natural Living Monday!
What a great use for basil! We had so much basil last year we really didn't know what to do with it, so this year I know exactly what to do. :-)
what a great use! I am used to herbal remedies as my parents use it when I was a kid. thanks for sharing this post!
Great site! I'll make this one for sure!
Hey - what about soaking basil in rubbing alcohol and using topically - rubbing in on the areas where arthritis is?
Tom
Hi Tom!
I tried to respond but you are a no-reply.
I'm not sure if the tinctures work the same as a topical. Your best bet is to make a salve for topical application. Also, it is important to research which herbs should and should not be used topically.
Thanks for stopping by!
hello! thank you for this tutorial!
i made a basil tincture; however, I left the basil sitting in alcohol for six months.
do you think i can still use it?
i'd really like to!
Thank you for your help!
Anney
This tincture is for consumption
If you left the mixture in alcohol then it should be good for at least 1 year. I have read that, stored properly, they can last indefinitely.
Thanks very interesting I'm looking for recipes and to know more about home remedies. Thank kindly
Can I use 100 proof vodka instead of the ever clear?
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mine turned a little lighter in colour! did I do anything wrong?
Can you add the holy basil tincture to a topical oil blend?? Also, can you use thai basil in the same ways as holy, like make tincture?
Can you add the holy basil tincture to a topical oil blend?? Also, can you use thai basil in the same ways as holy, like make tincture?
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