TULSI (HOLY BASIL)

DESCRIPTION

• The name tulsi means incomparable one, scientific name Ocimum tenuiflorum
• In Hindi language it commonly known as tulsi, it is most revered medicinal herb on the planet. 
• It has violet flowers green stems
• Part used for medicinal preparations are leaves, stems, and seeds.
• It can promote healthy body, spirit and mind. 
• The plant has been used to decrease the negative effects of stress in the body.
  

TULSI LEAF BENEFITS

• Tulsi is used to treat many conditions, including  swine flu, diabetes, the common cold, headache, fever, stress, upset stomach, earache, and more. 
• Tulsi has a wide range of health-promoting properties including:
• Adaptogenic
• Anti-arthritic
• Anti-coagulant
• Anti-diabetic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-pyretic (prevents itching)
• Antidiarrheal
• Antimicrobial 
• Antioxidant
• Antitussive (treats cough)
• Liver, brain and heart-protective.
  

TULSI LEAF RASPANCHAK

• Rasa:  Katu, Tikta, Kasaya 
• Guna: Laghu, Ruksa, tiksna
• Virya: Usna 
• Vipak: Katu 
• Karma: Dipani, Hrdya, Kaphahara, Pittahara, Vatahara, Krmighna
  

TULSI DEMERITS

• Not suitable for pregnant women

• It affect the health of a pregnant woman and embryo. 
• It can even cause miscarriage. 
• The herb may cause uterine contractions by increasing blood flow to the uterus and pelvic area that may be dangerous.
  

• May not be good for diabetic patients

• Tulsi can lower blood sugar levels. 
• Someone who taking medicines for diabetes then the intake of Tulsi leaves may enhance the effect and cause hypoglycemia.
  

• May impact male and female fertility

• It has a negative impact on the of both genders fertility. 
• Some studies found that tulsi decrease sperm count, weight of reproductive organs.
  

• May interfere with blood-thinning medicines

• Tulsi is known to cause blood thinning. 
• It’s a good home remedy for people who don’t want to take medicine for blood thinning. 
• People who already taking anticoagulant medicines, Tulsi may adversely affect their health.
  

• It may cause damage to the liver

• Tulsi has eugenol (phenylpropene), member of the phenylpropanoids class of chemical compounds which also found in cloves. 
• Small amounts of eugenol can prevent liver damage, too much of eugenol can cause liver damage, nausea, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat and convulsions.
  

• May stain your teeth

• Tulsi leaves strain when chew rather than swallow them.
• Tulsi leaves have mercury, which may stain teeth when chewed. 
• People should simply gulp them down to avoid teeth discoloration.
  

MERITS OF TULSI LEAVES

• Boost immunity 
• Heals infections
• Purifies the blood 
• Cures insects bites
• Lower blood pressure 
• Treats respiratory disorders
• Maintains blood sugar level 
• Improving digestion process 
• Preventing cardiovascular disease
• Relieving joint pain 
• Treating kidney stone 
• Treating mouth ulcers 
• Reducing stress level