Happy Blessed Monday all of you beautiful people! Utopias Path Spotlight Herb: Basil Basil, of course, is well-known for its wide use in just about every Italian dish! Basil has many other spiritual and medicinal uses outside of cooking however. Spiritually - also known as Sweet Basil St. Josephs Wort Witches Herb. Burning basil like an incense, or carrying a satchel of basil on you is believed to increase your courage and strength. Burning basil also ushers in a more positive outlook on your future. Carrying a satchel of basil on you, or sprinkling a small amount of basil in corners of your home, will protect you from things that you fear. Folklore says when you are starting a romantic relationship to determine what the future holds for the couple, take 2 sprigs of basil and place on a hot charcoal. If the sprigs burn cleanly to ash the relationship will be harmonious. If there is crackling as it burns there will be some quarreling. If the 2 sprigs crackle and separate the relationship should not be pursued. Medicinally, basil can ease stomach colic, cramps and fluid retention. It also can alleviate headaches and reduce stress. To use to relieve stomach issues and fluid retention boil 8 ounces of water and add 1 tablespoon of basil. Steep for 5-10 minutes and drink (add sugar or honey to taste). You can drink this 6-8 times a day for relief. To alleviate a headache, boil 2 cups of water in a pot and add 1 tablespoon of basil. Carefully lean over the pot and cover your head with a towel. Allow yourself to gently breathe in the steam for 5 minutes. You can repeat this 6-8 times a day as well. To reduce stress levels, boil 1 cup of water and steep with 1 tablespoon of basil. Add this to your bathwater and soak for 20 or more minutes. Namaste and Blessings!
Posted on: Mon, 28 Oct 2013 16:46:04 +0000
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