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I have heard that it is not actually the basil that causes diarrhea, but a bacteria that normally grows on basil. I believe there may be something to this because I can't go near fresh basil, but I can eat basil oil with no problem at all. Some have suggested growing your own basil, washing it extremely well before eating it. If you still have a bad reaction, then maybe it really is the basil. Sorry I can't help more, but I've been researching this myself and this is all I've found.

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14y ago

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