The Aroma of Wellness
Ocimum Sanctum, Tulsi or Holy Basil is a native Southeast Asian plant that has been worshipped for over 5,000 years as one of the most sacred plants known to man.
In the Hindu Vedas, Tulsi translates to ‘matchless’ and is also known as ‘The Incomparable One’, and after learning more about this amazing plant, you will begin to see how.
Hindu’s view Tulsi as the manifestation of Lakshmi, the Goddess of Devotion.
According to the legend, no amount of gold could outweigh Krishna’s power, but a single Tulsi leaf placed in the pan in loving devotion tilted that scale.
Modern research has classified Tulsi as an adaptogenic herb.
Adaptogens are herbs that help the body to counteract and adapt to stress and Tulsi has been found to be one of the best.
From flowers to seeds, it is used to treat a wide range of ailments and is considered a tonic for the mind, body and spirit.
When used in culinary dishes it is said to preserve and enhance the properties of food.
Here are some of the benefits of Tulsi:
- Lowers inflammation and the risk of heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel conditions.
- Soothes fever, headache, sore throat, cold, cough and flu.
- Packed with antioxidants that protect cells and DNA by fighting free radical damage.
- Keeps the skin healthy and can help to prevent ageing of the skin.
- Can be used to treat ringworm.
- Extracts made from leaves are thought to boost would healing and prevent infections.
- Helps to improve psychological stress through positive effects on memory and cognitive function and through its anti-depressant properties.
- It is said to be antimicrobial, mosquito repelling, anti-diarrheal, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, chemo-preventive, radioprotective, hepato-protective, neuro-protective, cardio-protective, anti-diabetic, anti-hypercholesterolemia, anti-hypertensive, anti-carcinogenic, analgesic, anti-pyretic, anti-allergic, immunomodulatory, central nervous system depressant, memory enhancement, anti-asthmatic, anti-tussive, diaphoretic, anti-thyroid, anti-ulcer, anti-emetic, anti-spasmodic, anti-arthritic, adaptogenic, anti-stress, anti-cataract, anti-leukodermal and anti-coagulant activities. Phew!
Tulsi is revered as an ‘elixir of life’ that outshines all other herbs for its medicinal and spiritual properties.
Consuming Tulsi daily is said to prevent disease, promote general health, wellbeing and longevity and assist in dealing with the stressors of daily life.
One way to include this incredible herb in you day, is to drink Tulsi Tea. We sell the divine Pukka ‘Tulsi Clarity’ (20 sachets) in our clinic for $9.95.
If you are an existing client, call us on (07)5354 5474, and add it to your next order to start enjoying the benefits! You’ll be surprised at how satisfying a cup of Tulsi can be.
Tulsi tea is also available at health food stores.
