{"id":351,"date":"2016-10-10T06:15:12","date_gmt":"2016-10-10T06:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.surepaleo.com\/?p=351"},"modified":"2017-01-06T04:42:29","modified_gmt":"2017-01-06T04:42:29","slug":"is-basil-paleo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surepaleo.com\/is-basil-paleo\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Basil Paleo?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Yes, Basil is Paleo!<\/p>\n
Basil is a culinary herb<\/a> that comes from the Lamiaceae family together with rosemary<\/a> and mint<\/a>. It is native to India but is familiar to the Mediterranean region. Basil is prominent in Italian cooking and plays a main role in Southeast Asian cuisines. It has a sweet, strong aroma and flavor and sometimes may taste like anise. The leaves of basil are green and often rounded and pointed that it can look like peppermint.<\/p>\n There are over 60 varieties of basil but the three main types are sweet, green and purple basil. Sweet basil has large green leaves and bright and pungent taste. Greek ones have smaller leaves and peppery undertone. Purple basil has dark leaves and a milder flavor.<\/p>\n The highly fragrant leaves of basil are used as seasoning for varieties of dishes but it has become most popular as the main ingredient of pesto, a green Italian oil and herb sauce. Basil is also used to season meats<\/a>, fishes, sandwiches, salads and soups.<\/p>\n Basil is another nutrient-dense herb that contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and K. It is also rich in calcium, copper, manganese, magnesium, and potassium. Basil also contains essential oils that have antioxidant, antiviral and antimicrobial properties.<\/p>\n Considered as one of the healthiest herbs, basil has benefits that we are not even aware of. We thought of it as just a simple add on or garnish in food but it is not. Below are the reasons why you should include basil in your diet:<\/p>\n Basil indeed is one healthy herb. Besides it being nutrient-dense, it offers protection for the body, boosting immune system, promoting heart and eye health. The antioxidants have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce risk of certain diseases. There\u2019s no reason not like about basil. So start incorporating it in your diet and be healthy!<\/p>\n Saint Joseph\u2019s wort, royal herb<\/p>\n \u201cAnd as is usual with the herbs, basil\u00a0displays some protective attributes against fatty acid oxidation.\u201d \u2013 Mark Sisson<\/a><\/p>\n Ultimate Paleo Guide. Are Herbs Paleo?<\/p>\n http:\/\/ultimatepaleoguide.com\/herbs-paleo\/<\/a><\/p>\n Paleo Leap. Cooking with Fresh Herbs: The Hows and Whys<\/p>\n http:\/\/paleoleap.com\/cooking-fresh-herbs-eat\/<\/a><\/p>\n Primal Pal. 10 Awesome Herbs and Spices to Add Flavor to Your Paleo Recipes<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.primalpal.net\/paleo-recipe-blog\/14\/10-awesome-spices-to-add-flavor-to-your-meals<\/a><\/p>\n Mark\u2019s Daily Apple. 6 Common Herbs and Why You Should Eat Them (Hint: They Don\u2019t Just Taste Good)<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.marksdailyapple.com\/health-benefits-herbs\/<\/a><\/p>\n Paleo Porn. Is Basil Paleo?<\/p>\n http:\/\/paleoporn.net\/q\/is-basil-paleo\/<\/a><\/p>\n The World\u2019s Healthiest Foods. Basil<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.whfoods.com\/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=85<\/a><\/p>\n Food Facts. Mercola. What is Basil Good For?<\/p>\nNutritional Profile of Basil<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Health Benefits of Basil<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
What\u2019s Not to Like About Basil?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Other Names<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What Experts Say About Basil<\/strong><\/h3>\n
All you ever wanted to know about Basil and Paleo<\/strong><\/h3>\n