1.0Health On Life's Journeyhttps://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/healthonlifesjourneyCindy L. Tjolhttps://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/healthonlifesjourney/author/climBeneficial Basil - Health On Life's Journeyrich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="XUJynQr8KI"><a href="https://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/healthonlifesjourney/2015/01/beneficial-basil.html">Beneficial Basil</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://www.beliefnet.com/columnists/healthonlifesjourney/2015/01/beneficial-basil.html/embed#?secret=XUJynQr8KI" width="600" height="338" title="“Beneficial Basil” — Health On Life's Journey" data-secret="XUJynQr8KI" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script type="text/javascript">
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A member of the mint family, basil is a culinary herb that brings multiple benefits. With antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, it is particularly good for eliminating harmful bacteria on food. Hence, some people add basil leaves to their salads for food safety. In addition, basil leaves also add flavor to your food. Containing significant amounts…