Holy Basil
Overview
Holy Basil also known as Tulsi has been traditionally used in India (Ayurvedic Medicine) as an Adaptogen for its normalizing effects on stress levels. Holy Basil is a member of the of Mint (Labiatae) family. The leaves are used medicinally.
Botanical Name
Ocimum sanctum
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Health Benefits of Holy Basil
Cardiovascular System
Holy Basil may help to lower Blood Pressure in High Blood Pressure patients. [1]
Digestive System
Holy Basil may help to prevent Ulcers - Gastric. It reduces Hydrochloric Acid secretion and increases Mucous secretion in the Stomach. [2]
Ears/Hearing
Holy Basil oil (2 - 3 drops) into the Ear may alleviate some cases of Otitis.
Eyes/Vision
Holy Basil may help to prevent Cataracts. [3]
Immune System
Holy Basil may alleviate Allergies due to the Ursolic Acid content of Holy Basil inhibiting Mast Cell degranulation and Histamine release from Mast Cells in the presence of Antigens. [4]
Holy Basil may protect the Bone Marrow from the toxic effects (such as damage to Chromosomes) of exposure to Gamma-Rays. [5]
Holy Basil may inhibit some types of Bacteria - Detrimental including: [6]
Escherichia coli [7]
Mycobacterium tuberculosis [8]
Proteus species [9]
Holy Basil may inhibit the growth of Cancer - Lung cells. [12]
Metabolism
Holy Basil possesses Antioxidants properties: [13]
Holy Basil may reduce the generation of Hydroxyl Free Radicals. [14]
Holy Basil may scavenge Superoxide Free Radicals. [15]
Holy Basil may lower elevated Blood Sugar levels. [16]
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