The tulsi or holy basil is an important symbol in the Hindu religious tradition and is worshipped in the morning and evening by Hindus at large. The holy basil is also a herbal remedy for a lot of common ailments. Tulsi is very good for health. Scientific name of this plant is Ocimum sanctum Lamiaceae. This is used in ayurvedic  medicines.

These are not at all exaggerated. It has been an age old custom in India to worship it twice daily, water it and light lamps near it, once in the morning and once in the evening. It was, and still is, believed that it would protect the whole family from evils and bring good luck. Basil leaves have also been an inevitable part of all worships since ages.

These are not at all superstitions and have sufficient scientific reasons behind them.

Keeping in view the ultra disinfectant and germicidal properties of this legendary herb, the wise people then devised these customs to bring people into contact with this plant daily, so that they may keep safe from day-to-day infections.

Nutrient Content

Tulsi contains Vitamin A and C ,Calcium,Zinc,Iron,Chlorophyll and Photonutrients.

Health Benfits of Tulsi

·         It cures skin disorders internally and externally, without any side effects. This property mainly comes from its essential oils which are highly anti biotic, disinfectant, anti bacterial and anti fungal in nature.

·         Tulsi, apart from curing viral, bacterial and fungal infections of the respiratory system, gives miraculous relief in congestion due to presence of components like Camphene, Eugenol and Cineole in its essential oils. It is very effective in curing nearly all types of respiratory disorders including bronchitis (chronic and acute).

·         Tulsi is very beneficial in Asthma as it relieves congestion and facilitates breathing.

·         The Holy Basil contains vitamin-C and other anti oxidants such as Eugenol which protect the heart from harmful effects of free radicals.

·         Headaches caused due to migraine, sinus, cough and cold, high blood pressure etc. can be effectively controlled by the use of a single Tulsi.

·         Holy Basil is so good for boosting up the immune system that cannot be explained in words.

·         Vitamin-C and other anti oxidants in Holy Basil, apart from repairing damages done by the free radicals, also minimize the stress induced by these oxidants. They soothe nerves, lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation and thus reduce stress.

·         Holy Basil destroys bacteria which are responsible for dental cavities, plaque, tartar, bad breath etc. and protects teeth. It also has astringent properties which make the gums hold the teeth tighter thereby protecting them from falling

·         Just wash your eyes daily with a few leaves of basil soaked in water and you will be free from conjunctivitis, boils and many other problems of eyes which are caused due to viral, bacterial or fungal infection. It also soothes eyes and reduces stress.

Tulsi Home Remedies

·         Fevers with cough and cold - by using Tulsi in the preparation of tea

·         Breathing disorders - mix the juice of fresh Tulsi leaves with honey and take.

·         Lack of appetite- eat the Tulsi leaves raw which also improve appetite.

·         Itching pimples,black heads and black spots- apply lemon juice mixed with Tulsi juice on the affected parts.

·          Indigestion and stomach ache- take 5ml mixture of equal qty of Tulsi and ginger juice.

·         Headache- apply camphor mixed with Tulsi juice on the forehead.