Fights
Infections & fever
Tulsi is an an excellent antibiotic, germicidal, fungicidal, and disinfectant agent and very effectively protects our body from all sorts of bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. This is confirmed in a report by researcher Steven Maimes, principal of SALAM Research in Rochester, New Hampshire.
Source: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/230634694_Maimes_Report_on_Holy_Basil
Source: http://nopr.niscair.res.in/bitstream/123456789/4502/1/IJEB%2046%286%29%20465-469.pdf
Prevents
Respiratory disorders
Tulsi, along with curing viral, bacterial, and fungal infections of the respiratory system, gives miraculous relief from congestion due to the presence of components like camphene, eugenol, and cineole. It is very effective in curing almost all respiratory disorders including bronchitis, both chronic and acute.
Cures
Asthama
Tulsi is very beneficial in the treatment of asthma since it relieves congestion and facilitates smoother breathing. The phytonutrients and essential oils, along with the other minerals in it, help cure some of the underlying causes of asthma as well.
Prevents
Lung diseases & disorders
The compounds like vitamin C, camphene, eugenol, and cineole present in Tulsi not only provide relief from the infections in the lungs but also help clear the lung congestion. Furthermore, they are found to be effective in healing the damages caused to the lungs due to smoking etc.
Prevents
Heart diseases
A 2017 study published in the Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine journal throws light on the use of Tulsi for chronic cardiovascular diseases. Tulsi contains vitamin C and other antioxidants such as eugenol, which protect the heart from the harmful effects of free radicals. Additionally, eugenol is very beneficial in reducing cholesterol levels in the blood.Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5376420/
Reduces
Stress
Vitamin C and other antioxidants in holy basil, apart from repairing damages done by free radicals, also minimize the stress caused by these oxidants. A study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine says that Tulsi soothes the nerves, lowers blood pressure, reduces inflammation, and thus reduces stress. Potassium, in Tulsi, also reduces blood pressure-related stress by replacing sodium and loosening the tensed blood vessels.
Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4296439/
Natural
Mouth freshner
Tulsi is an excellent mouth freshener and an oral disinfectant and its freshness last for a very long time. Tulsi destroys more than 99% of germs and bacteria in the mouth and this effect can last all day. It also aids in providing relief from mouth ulcers.
Prevents
Multiple types of cancers
Tulsi inhibits the growth of various cancers including oral cancer due to the presence of phytochemicals like eugenol, according to research cited in the Nutrition and Cancer journal.Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23682780
Prevents
Dental problems & cavities
Tulsi destroys the bacteria that are responsible for dental cavities, plaque, tartar, and bad breath, while also protecting the teeth. It also has astringent properties which make the gums hold the teeth tighter, thereby keeping them from falling. However, Tulsi also has certain compounds like mercury, which has rich germicidal properties that can be harmful to the teeth if kept in direct contact for too long.
Boosts
Immunity
Tulsi through its antibiotic and disinfectant properties, protects against nearly all infections from viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa thereby increasing body immunity
Prevents
Formation of Kidney stones
Tulsi, being a detoxifier and a mild diuretic, helps to reduce the uric acid level in the body, which is the main culprit as far as kidney stones are concerned. It also helps clean out the kidneys through increased frequency of urination. Acetic acid and certain components in Tulsi facilitate dissolution of the stones. Finally, it has pain-killer effects and helps bear the pain from kidney stones as they pass.
Prevents
Eye problems & headaches
A headache caused due to a migraine, sinus pressure, cough, and cold or high blood pressure can be effectively controlled by the use of a single Tulsi serving. Camphene, eugenol, cineol, carvacrol, and methyl-chavicol, in holy basil, have excellent analgesic, sedative, anti-congestive, and disinfectant properties.
Also the high amounts of vitamin A and C, and anti oxidants prevent eye problems