Uses of Tulsi Plant Leaf
With the field of alternative medicine growing larger almost daily, it can be difficult to distinguish between what is medicine and what is new age mumbo jumbo. One good way to tell the difference is to examine how long a remedy has been used, and how effective it has been over that time. An herb that has been used for thousands of years by people in India, and which is now being examined more closely for the benefits it provides, is the Tulsi plant.
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Definition
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The tulsi plant is easily identified by its purple crown and stem, with wide, green leaves. Referred to in India as the "Queen of Herbs," Tulsi is more commonly known to those in Western medicine as Holy Basil. For more 5,000 years this herb has been used in India for everything from preventing colds and infections to preparing soothing skin balms.
Antioxidant
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The tulsi plant has been tested and found to be a remarkable antioxidant. What this means is it has the ability to slow oxidation in the body. The process of oxidation damages cells in the body and may contribute to the worsening of pre-existing conditions, as well as effects caused by aging. Other antioxidants include vitamins E and C.
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Immune Booster
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Another of the properties of the tulsi plant is that it also acts as a natural immune system booster. This has been one of the plant's more common uses throughout history, and it is still one of its more valued benefits. While generally effective on boosting a person's entire immune system, the tulsi plant appears to provide the largest benefit to the respiratory system, and in fighting infections in that area.
Other Benefits
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The numbers of benefits that are attributed to the tulsi plant are many. Some of the more common ones include stress relief, enhanced metabolism, increased stamina, lower cholesterol, and improved digestion.
Tea
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The most common way for people to get the benefits of the tulsi plant is to drink tea made from its leaves. Additionally, many companies are now harvesting several varieties of the tulsi plant and mixing them together to achieve the healthiest results for their customers. Depending on a person's wants, needs, and preferences, chances are good there is a tulsi tea that caters to the benefits that they desire.
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Comments
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black tea made from tulsi plant leaves is giving really a wonderfull taste.
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I like this.
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nice
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i like it
