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Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum
Tulsi, or Holy Basil, is venerated as the 'Queen of Herbs' in India. It holds immense spiritual and medicinal significance in Ayurveda. Tulsi is an adaptogen, which means it helps the body adapt to stress and restores balance.
Tulsi is highly effective in protecting the body from various infections and diseases of the heart, liver, skin, and kidney. Its leaves are rich in antioxidants and essential oils that yield numerous benefits, ranging from relieving respiratory conditions to reducing anxiety and promoting a healthy heart.
Benefits
Respiratory Health & Cough Relief
Ayurvedic View: Tulsi helps manage Kapha dosha. It liquefies sputum and expels it from the lungs, providing relief from cough and asthma (Kaphaghna property).\nModern Science View: Tulsi has immunomodulatory, antitussive, and expectorant properties that help soothe the respiratory tract.
Stress and Anxiety Relief
Ayurvedic View: Tulsi balances Vata and provides a calming effect to the mind.\nModern Science View: As a potent adaptogen, Tulsi helps lower cortisol levels and mitigates the physiological effects of stress.
Oral and Dental Health
Tulsi leaves possess strong antibacterial properties that help destroy bacteria responsible for dental cavities, plaque, and bad breath.
Precautions
How to Use
Tulsi Tea
Boil 1 cup of water and add 5-7 fresh Tulsi leaves. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. Strain and add a few drops of lemon and honey. Drink for stress relief and immunity.
Tulsi Drops
Add 2-3 drops of Tulsi extract (Panch Tulsi drop) to a glass of warm water or tea and consume daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why shouldn't we chew Tulsi leaves?
Ans. Tulsi leaves contain trace amounts of mercury and iron, which are released when chewed and can lead to discoloration and damage of tooth enamel.
Q. Can Tulsi cure a cold?
Ans. Tulsi is highly effective in relieving cold symptoms. Drinking Tulsi tea with ginger and honey provides rapid relief from a sore throat and nasal congestion.
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