Thulasi ilai / Sacred Basil Dried Leaves (Raw)

Thulasi ilai / Sacred Basil Dried Leaves (Raw) - 100 gm

Botanical Name : Ocimum Tenuiflorum English Name : Sacred Basil leaves Tamil Name : Thulasi ilai Hindi Name : Tulsi Malayalam Name : Tuasi Telugu Name : Tulasi

About :
Tulsi also known as basil leaves, is a fairly common plant in Indian households.Holy Basil, the ?Queen of herbs? is the most sacred of all the herbs found in India! This sacred plant is found in almost every Indian household. Tulsi has been used in India for around 5000 years and is acclaimed for its healing properties of the mind, body and spirit. Tulsi has been widely popular in South Asian countries for many centuries and now is also gaining popularity in the West. Most commonly known as ?Tulsi? or ?Tulasi? (Hindi) in India, the basil plant is a leafy herb belonging to the mint family. Considered holy by many religions, the tulsi plant is revered for its divine properties. Besides praying to the plant, a number of people advice including the leaves and roots of the plant in various medical decoctions.

Benefits :
Internal Benefits of Thulasi (Sacred Basil):- It has antibiotic, anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-carcinogenic properties. It helps in relieving from fever, headache, sore throat, cold, cough, flu and chest congestion. It is also beneficial in treating respiratory ailments like chronic bronchitis, asthma et cetera. Helps relieve stress, strengthen immunity, and facilitate proper digestion. It is loaded with phytonutrients, essential oils, Vitamin A and C Regular tulsi consumption can also aid in balancing various bodily processes. It counters elevated blood sugar levels and is therefore beneficial for diabetics. It helps in regulating uric acid levels in body, thereby elimination risks of developing kidney stones. It is also beneficial for those who have kidney stones. According to the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India, thulsi can help in maintaining normal levels of the stress hormone ? cortisol in the body. It can wards off harmful effects of free radicals. Is also beneficial in treating conditions like hepatitis, malaria, tuberculosis, dengue and swine flu. External Benefits of Thulasi (Sacred Basil):- It acts as a detoxifying, cleansing and purifying agent ? both from within and without. Therefore it is good for skin ? both when consumed and applied topically. It is also effective in treating skin disorders, itching and issues like ringworms. Is great for dental health and for healthy gums Is an effective insect repellant and can aid in treating insect bite.