Basil (Tulsi) leaves are mostly used to flavor vegetable dishes, soups or stews. In India Basil (Tulsi) is used not only as culinary herb but also has huge cultural importance and medical usage. Most culinary herbs in India are used not just to improve the taste of the meal, but as a prevention or remedy for different diseases.
What are health benefits of Basil (Tulsi)?
- Antiparasitic
- Remedy for nausea
- Antioxidant
- Anticancerogenic
- Antimicrobial
- Rich in beta carotene
- Rich in vitamin K
- Antispasmodic
- Analgesic
- Antiviral
- Reduces headache
- Reduces rheumatic pain
- Rich in potassium
- Anti-inflammatory
- Remedy for exhaustion
- Helps with gout
- Rich in magnesium
- Remedy for insect bites
- Good insect repellant
- Juice made of leaves reduces cough and fever
- Cures malaria
- Helps with insomnia
- Rich in calcium
- Improves digestion
- Good source of iron