Innovation Description
The
traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cold.
Disease symptoms: Runny nose, sunken eyes, sneezing, shivering, headache, weakness.
Ingredients: 25 g fresh leaves of Basil (
Ocimum basilicum L.) and 2-3 spoon Honey.
Preparation: Crush the leaves and add honey to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Consume the prepared paste twice daily for 3-5 days.
Ingredient's availability: The plant is available in nearby places and honey is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
V. Kumar, T. Markovi?, M. Emerald, A. Dey, (2015) Herbs: Composition and Dietary Importance In B. Caballero, P. M. Finglas & F. Toldra (Eds.), Encyclopedia of Food and Health (pp.332-337). Oxford: Academic Press.
