The Herb Handbook  ## Metadata - Author: [[Shae Harper]] | [[3. Resources/Authors/Shae Harper|Shae Harper]] - Full Title: The Herb Handbook - Category: #books - Kindle: [Open in Kindle](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AB97K94) - Document Tags: [[Health]] ## Document Notes ## Highlights - Basil leaves can be rubbed on insect bites to prevent itchiness and rashes. ([Location 475](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=475)) - Basil leaves also offer a unique benefit – essential oil derived from these leaves can be used as an insect repellent.  It can also be used in massage oil to aid in depression or anxiety. ([Location 478](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=478)) - However, pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid using essential oil derived from Basil leaves. ([Location 485](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=485)) - Bergamot is considered to be an expectorant, tonic, deodorant and anti-spasmodic. Additional properties include anti-anxiety, antiseptic, carminative, digestive, insecticide and analgesic. ([Location 533](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=533)) - Topical application of the oil is considered to be good for skin problems like eczema, acne and psoriasis. It ([Location 537](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=537)) - This herb has a high mucilage content that makes it helpful in relieving most respiratory disorders. ([Location 564](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=564)) - Borage leaves and seed oil can be used to alleviate premenstrual cramps, mood swings and depression due to hormonal fluctuations in women. ([Location 568](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=568)) - Fresh Borage leaves taste like cucumbers and adds texture and flavor to soups and salads.  The attractive Borage flowers are edible and taste ([Location 571](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B00AB97K94&location=571)) ## Related - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 12 - Zachary Powell From Vonage|Devrelshow Episode 12 - Zachary Powell From Vonage]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 13 - Baruch Sadogursky From Gradle|Devrelshow Episode 13 - Baruch Sadogursky From Gradle]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 25 - William Imoh|Devrelshow Episode 25 - William Imoh]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 26 - Jones Zachariah Noel N|Devrelshow Episode 26 - Jones Zachariah Noel N]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 3 - David G. Simmons From Otterize|Devrelshow Episode 3 - David G. Simmons From Otterize]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Devrelshow Episode 37 - Joseph Petty From Appsmith|Devrelshow Episode 37 - Joseph Petty From Appsmith]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/Issue #180 Loop WP|Issue #180 Loop WP]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/devrelshow episode 22 - Ryan Blunden|devrelshow episode 22 - Ryan Blunden]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/devrelshow episode 33 - Anthony Lusardi from Captivate.dev|devrelshow episode 33 - Anthony Lusardi from Captivate.dev]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/devrelshow episode 35 - Raymond Camden from Foxit Software|devrelshow episode 35 - Raymond Camden from Foxit Software]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/devrelshow episode 36 - Pachi Parra from GitHub|devrelshow episode 36 - Pachi Parra from GitHub]] - [[3. Resources/Readwise/Articles/devrelshow episode 39 - Martin Finkel from Videolabs|devrelshow episode 39 - Martin Finkel from Videolabs]]