
1. Basil Protects DNA and Has Antibacterial Properties
Basil contains active flavonoids which protect the body’s cells. Orientin and vicenin are two water-soluble flavonoids in basil that have been shown to protect cell structures and chromosomes from radiation- and oxygen-based damage. The anti-bacterial properties of basil are attributed to its oils, which have been shown to restrict the growth of numerous bacteria including listera,...