Basil oil

Oral Actions

• Action - Antibacterial

  Basil oil is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Antifungal

  Basil oil is an antifungal; fights fungus. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Antiviral

  Basil oil is an antiviral; fights virus. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Carminative

  Basil oil is a carminative; helps eliminate gas. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Diuretic

  Basil oil is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Antineoplastic

  Basil oil is an antineoplastic; fights cancer. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

• Action - Antioxidant

  Basil oil is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Topical Uses

• Otitis

  Basil oil is an antibacterial; fights infection. Use basil oil containing ear drops 2-4 times daily, for many days, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

• Action - Insect repellant

  Basil oil has an insect repellant effect. Apply basil oil containing topical preparation each 1 or 2 hours to have insect repellent effect.

Recommended Dosage

Take 3-6 drops of basil oil daily, diluted in a juice or tea, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Cautions & Side Effects

Never use basil oil orally without diluting. It is corrosive and toxic in undiluted form. If possible replace it with basil leaves. Do not use it if you are pregnant or breast-feeding and if you have liver or kidney conditions.

Available Forms

Basil oil is available in liquid form.