Benefits of Holy Basil

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There are two kinds of basil, sweet basil the kind of staple in Italian homes used for cooking - Ocimum basilicum and Ocimum sanctum - the Holy Basil named for its location - found growing near Christ's tomb after the resurrection. Both forms of basil are found to be native to South Asia and India.

This herb has a calming effect which we could all use in today's world of mega stress, which even our children are feeling on a daily basis.The next great benefit is it's antioxidant qualities. These antioxidants help protect us from the many toxins that pile up in our body. Tulsi can help boost your immune system so it can protect us from cell and tissue damage. It enhances the digestive system so it can deal with the unwanted waste which collects in our colon on a daily basis from our unhealthy food and drink intake. Not only that, antioxidants can protect your heart health as well as slowing down the aging process, including boosing your memory and vision.

There are five studies that either have been done or are being done on holy basil. As an acne treatment, as an antioxidant, to reduce stress, heal/prevent ulcers and for diabetes.While there is some evidence for ulcers and acne, there is some evidence it is an antioxidant and can help with diabetes and stress. A randomized, placebo controlled single blind study has been done, and the results show that blood sugar is lowered by the use of holy basil.

Immunity enhancer - Tulsi is very helpful in increasing the immunity of the body. It helps in promoting the production of antibodies, in case of any foreign invasion in the body. It also helps in increasing the production of T helper cells that fight infections and antigens .

Cough - Tulsi or the holy basil is one of the most common herbs used in cough related remedies. It soothes the throat and also helps in curbing the infection in the throat and respiratory tract. It also very effective in treating the asthma and is know to provide good results in asthmatic conditions. It helps in expelling out the mucus to clean up the respiratory tract. It also helps in treating bronchitis and other respiratory disorders.

Holy Basil tea promotes respiratory health in addition to helping the digestion and gastrointestinal tract. This tea leaves a person with a healthy liver function and could reduce tissue and cell damage from the suns rays, radiation and other forms of radiation.

Basil oil is believed to possess biologically active constituents that may be insecticidal, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. It is believed to assist with such things as Bronchitis, asthma, colds, coughs, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, gout, insect bites, insect repellent, muscle aches, constipation, nausea, rheumatism, sinus congestion, mental clarity, steady nerves, migraines, fevers, menstrual problems and ear infections.

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