Anti bacterial and inflammatory properties:
These essential oils present in basil serve as a effective remedy to fight species of pathogenic bacteria.
Basil is known for its anti-inflammatory effects that results from one of its volatile oil i.e. eugenol. This oil can help in blocking the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body.
This is also used in anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen and asprin.
All these properties, makes it favorable to choose basil pesto sauce in pasta.