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Holy Basil “The Queen Of Herbs”

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as holy basil, tulsi or tulasi, and tamole, damole, or domole in Fiji, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. Basil is likely native to India and is widely grown as a kitchen herb. The herb can also be used to make freshly brewed tea by placing 2-3 teaspoons of holy basil the leaves, flowers, or dried leaf powder in a cup of boiling water and letting it steep for 5-6 minutes. According to the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, holy basil has antidepressant and anti-anxiety properties, Trusted Source comparable to diazepam and antidepressant drugs. These studies examined the leaves. Many studies support the use of the entire plant of holy basil for human use and its therapeutic value and it is known as ''Mother Medicine of Nature'', ''The Queen of Herbs'' etc. The nutritional value of Trusted Source is also high, as it contains vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, zinc, iron, and chlorophyll and it enhanced metabolism, improved swimming time, less tissue damage, Lower your blood sugar, Lower your cholesterol, and lower stress levels in loud environments. It reduced stress, sexual problems, sleep problems, forgetfulness, and exhaustion, etc. A decoction obtained from the leaves of Tulsi is used with ginger and honey for dealing with asthma, cough, influenza, cold, and bronchitis. This photo was taken at Tehatta, West Bengal; India on 19/08/2023. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)