Basil is a widely used culinary herb. It gives brightness and zest to tomato dishes, salads, squash (such as zucchini), eggplant, meats, stuffing, soups, sauces and more. Pesto — a creamy, green sauce made using fresh basil — is one of basil's most popular uses. Basil is more than 4,000 years old. Basil was thought to have almost magical powers for a long time. It was used to treat snake bites and was thought to give people strength when they fasted for religious reasons. It was found in Egyptian mummies because this herb was used to preserve the dead in ancient Egypt. In ancient Greece, basil was a sign of sadness. Basileus phuton, which means "magnificent, royal, or kingly herb," was the name of the plant. Basil Leaf benefits: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory Antibacterial and Antimicrobial Protects your stomach Eases inflammation and joint pain
