NOW Basil Oil has a warm, spicy aroma that is refreshing and energizing. While popular in kitchens worldwide, basil is native to India and Iran, and has long been considered sacred by Hindu cultures for its cleansing and purifying properties. NOW Basil Oil is 100% pure and natural, and steam distilled from the plant's leaves and flowering tops.

Holy Basil [Ocimum tenuiflorum (also known as Ocimum sanctum)] has been shown to possess powerful adpatogenic properties and has been used to enhance the body's ability to respond to stress and minimize the negative effects of stress on the body. In addition, animal studies have demonstrated that Holy Basil can support carbohydrate metabolism and, as a result, healthy blood glucose levels.* Holy Basil is revered as a sacred plant in Ayurveda, the traditional therapeutic system of India.