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Basil is a [[herb]]. Basil is commonly found in Italian foods, namely as an addition to [[pasta]], topping on [[pizza]]s or as a decoration on lasagne. Basil is also served in salads, and also in soups
[[Image:BasilLeaves.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Basil leaves]]
'''Basil''' (ocimum basilicum) is an [[herb]] which is commonly found in [[Italy|Italian]] foods, namely as an addition to [[pasta]], topping on [[pizza]]s or as an added [[flavor]] to lasagna. Basil is also served in salads, and also in soups. It is a prime ingredient in [[pesto]].
Basil is also a boy's name.
==Health benefits==
Basil contains numerous vitamins and minerals which promote human health. These include Vitamin A, Vitamin K, [[manganese]], iron, folate, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, and a small amount of Vitamin C. It offers antioxidant properties, to reduce inflammation. It is often considered to help with managing stress, slowing aging, reducing arthritis issues, and more.<ref>Medicinal Plants: Collection: Discover A Variety Of Guidebooks For Learning The Healing Properties. Old Natural Ways, 2020.</ref><ref name="naturalfoodseries.com">https://www.naturalfoodseries.com/12-health-benefits-basil/</ref>
==References==
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[[Category:Herbs]]