Basil, Purple (albahaca morada)
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Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum
Family: Lamiaceae
Origin: India and SE Asia
Medicinal use:In addition to its organoleptic properties, it is widely used to color many dishes, not only in Italian cuisine or a different pesto sauce, both fresh and dry we can use this aromatic herb in soups, salads, purees, sauces, vinaigrettes , meat, fish and even desserts.
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Origin: W Tropical Africa
Medicinal use:Also known as “miracle fruit” or “magic berry”, it is a fruit plant native to West Africa that has the ability to turn the perception of sour or bitter foods into sweets. In the case of spicy foods, it intensifies the effect of capsaicin. The most notable benefits of the miracle fruit include its ability to control the symptoms of diabetes, aid in weight loss efforts, improve the strength of the immune system.
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