Basil (Sweet) Ocimum basilicum ct linalool

Basil (Sweet) Ocimum basilicum ct linalool
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Batch: BAS-103     GC/MS Report
Distillation Date: Spring 2009

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Country of Origin: Egypt Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenols Plant Part: Flowers, Leaves
Cultivation: Unsprayed Botanical Families: Lamiaceae
Aromas: Spicy, Sweet
Note: Top/Middle

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

Basil is excellent for soothing a chest cold with a spasmodic cough. It is a very effective antispasmodic, and can stop coughing for several hours after each application to the chest.

I also like to rub a cream with sweet Basil on my neck to get rid of a headache. It can be used on its own or blended with Lavender. It seems to work best if the headache is stress or tension related.

It is also a good digestive aid and can be added to a blend for gas or cramping after eating.

Basil is also used for muscle pains and cramping.

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Traditional Knowledge

  • Antiemetic - reduces incidence and severity of nausea, vomiting
  • Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
  • Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
  • Carminitve - may assist in preventing gas
  • Cephalic - remedy for the head (in this case, clears the head)
  • Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
  • Immune support

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Offers energetic protection
Strengthens self confidence and motivation
Brings clarity to the mind
Emotionally uplifting

Recipe idea

For Headaches
3 drops Basil ct linalol
3 drops Lavender
3 drops Rosewood
5 drops Frankincense
2 drops Roman Chamomile

Blend into 1 oz. Jojoba. Rub on neck and throat several times during the day.

References:

1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Lawless J. The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, Elemental Books Limited, England, 19924. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy,The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998

Safety Issues

The linalol chemotype of Basil is a safe and gentle oil.

GC/MS Reports

BAS-103 Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectometry Report

GC/MS Report Archive


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