"The Queen of Herbs" - is the most sacred herb of India. Tulsi (Ocimum
sanctum), although also known as Holy Basil, is a different plant from
the variety of Basil (Ocimum basilicum). Tulsi has been
revered in India for over five thousand years, as a healing balm for
body, mind and spirit, and is known to bestow an amazing number of
health benefits. There are 3 varieties of Tulsi: Rama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Krishna Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) and Vana Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum). Each variety lends its own distinct and characteristic taste that contributes to the delicious flavor and aroma.
What are the health benefits of Tulsi?
Tulsi is rich in antioxidant and renowned for its restorative powers, Tulsi has several benefits:
- Relieves stress / adaptogen
- Bolsters immunity
- Enhances stamina
- Provides support during cold season
- Promotes healthy metabolism
- A natural immuno-modulator
"Modern scientific research offers impressive evidence that Tulsi
reduces stress, enhances stamina, relieves inflammation, lowers
cholesterol, eliminates toxins, protects against radiation, prevents
gastric ulcers, lowers fevers, improves digestion and provides a rich
supply of antioxidants and other nutrients. Tulsi is especially
effective in supporting the heart, blood vessels, liver and lungs and
also regulates blood pressure and blood sugar." Dr. Ralph Miller, former Director of Research for the Canadian Dept. of Health and Welfare.
Stress,
anxiety, mild depression, irritability, inflammation (COX-2 inhibitor),
minor pain, anti-oxidant support, mental focus, sports performance
enhancement, endurance, synergizing of other herbs in a formula,
blood-sugar level maintenance, cortisol level maintenance, sport injury
recovery, arthritis/bursitis
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