Tulsi – Holy basil (1kg)

Tulsi – Holy basil has been shown to boost your body’s health in a variety of ways. It can help protect against infection, lower your blood sugar, lower your cholesterol, ease joint pain, and protect your stomach.

All parts of the holy basil plant act as an adaptogen. An adaptogen is a natural substance that helps your body adapt to stress and promotes mental balance.

The concept of an adaptogen is a holistic approach. But scientific research shows that holy basil has pharmacological properties to help your mind cope with many types of stress.

The source of your stress can be:

• chemical
• physical
• infectious
• emotional

Cautions:

What are the side effects of holy basil? Researchers have found that holy basil is generally safe for regular consumption and topical use.

However, holy basil side effects may sometimes include nausea, vomiting, indigestion and changes in certain hormones when used for an extended period of time.

Does Tulsi – Holy basil make you sleepy? While it may help you feel calmer, it’s not a sedative and shouldn’t cause drowsiness.

To be safe, it’s generally recommended to use this herb for about six weeks or less before taking a break.

One note to keep in mind is that tulsi may slow blood clotting, so taking tulsi along with medications that also slow clotting may increase the chances of bruising and bleeding. Some medications that slow blood clotting include aspirin, clopidogrel, dalteparin, enoxaparin, heparin, ticlopidine and warfarin.

Due to its influence on blood clotting, you should discontinue use of holy basil two weeks before any scheduled surgery.

Holy basil may cause problems during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so you should avoid using it during these times unless working with a doctor.