Ayurveda is possibly the most old form of medicine documented on our planet, Earth. And Tulsi or ‘Holy Basil’ has always been in focus since thousands of years. Be it for emotional, religious values or physical ailments. The Holy Basil is seen in all countries. It is a shrub of around 18 inches high. It is unique due to its appearance; oval leaves, green to violet leaves and lavender flower. Its leaves are a rich source of fragrance oils like – Eugenol, Camphor, Nerol, terpenes, flavonoids etc.
- These oils are a very good source of defense against fighting infections from bacteria, virus and fungi.
- Basil can be considered as an anti-septic medicine.
- Tulsi has a very strong anti-oxidant property. It improves the body’s fighting ability against all the free radicals that are created inside our body. These free radicals are solely responsible in wearing and tearing inside our body. They cause the process of aging. Our stressful lifestyle has made us prone to fast aging. Tulsi can be a great help, acting as an anti-aging solution.
- The Holy Basil can balance stress and its impact on our mind and body. It has a calming effect like an anti-anxiety medicine. Hence it is also known as an Adaptogen.
- The significant benefits over the respiratory system cannot be ignored. It can serve as an anti-inflammatory medicine. Holy Basil can also help in enhancing the activities of the chest and lungs.
- The Holy Basil can also prevent gastric ulcers, gingival problems and periodental disease. Recent studies have stated that Basil leaves can be used to cure cardiovascular disease, Arthritis, Dementia, Cancer and Diabetes.
Growing Tulsi is very easy. You can always grow it and consume to treat yourself. It is very beneficial not only for the sufferers but also for every common man to reduce their chances of suffering in the near future.
