Liver Problems: Wash 10-15 leaves in hot water and eat every morning.
Colic: Grind 1 tbsp basil leaves. Make a fine paste with little water. Apply around the navel and abdomen.
Digestion problems/ Dysentry/ Gastro-enteritis / Gas: Have a decoction of 15-20 basil leaves with a pinch of rock salt.
Fevers of unknown origin: Boil 1 tbsp leaves and powdered cardamom in 2 teacups water. Filter and have with a cup of milk. Add sugar to taste and drink 2-3 times a day.
Cough and Cold: Chew 15-20 basil leaves with jaggery.
Prevention of Cold: Add 10 basil leaves to 1 teacup of boiled milk. A nutritious supplement specially for children.
Ringworm: Grind a bunch of leaves and apply on the affected area.
Cardiac Pain/ Cold/ Influenza/ Low Blood Pressure/ Pain in ribs/ Skin Diseases/ Worms/ Urinary Diseases: Take the juice of 10-15 leaves mixed with 1 tsp honey every morning.
