Holy Basil (Tulsi) is an important herb in Ayurvedic medicine. It is especially known as an adaptagen, an herb that supports the body’s stress response . Basil is highly nutritious and according to USDA it is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and vitamin K, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. It also contains iron, sodium, zinc, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate. It is known as the “Queen of Herbs” and in Sanskrit means ‘the incomparable one.’ In fact, Hinduism links the tulsi plant to the figure of a goddess .
Tulsi is used in the treatment of various diseases. Plant and its various parts are used in case of insect bite, fever, cardiac diseases, gynecological disorders, stomach disorders, headaches, respiratory problems, skin diseases, common colds, bronchitis, diarrhea, inflammation,
arthritis, heart disease,
eye diseases, various forms of poisoning, insect bites, and
malaria. Basil has been used since the ancient times for different ailments. Holy basil is used as voice improver and acts as a germicide and bactericide. It is good to prevent malaria and an effective pain killer. In some texts, it is also known as healer of all diseases.
Health Benefits of Tulsi:
Tulsi (Holy basil) helps kill bacteria and infections, so it’s a great natural home remedy for acne and other skin irritations.
The decoction of Tulsi seeds is beneficial for urinary infections.
Basil leaves help to reduce cholesterol levels in the body and prevent cardiac diseases.
Paste of Tulsi and black pepper are used in case of insecticide.
In general, holy basil may not only possibly work as a natural cancer treatment, but another of the many holy basil benefits include that it may also help to prevent it.
Basil is helpful in relieving headache.
Drinking Tulsi juice with honey for a period of six months helps to expel Kidney stones via the urinary tract.
The leaves of Tulsi are used as a home remedy for the treating respiratory disorders such as a cough, cold, influenza, mild-asthma, and bronchitis.
Tulsi is often recommended as a natural fever treatment.
Tulsi juices along with honey remove hiccups.
The mix of Tulsi leaves and honey eases sore throat.
