Wellness Tidbits: Summer 2018
Holy Basil, a multi-beneficial herbal remedy: This wellness tip features Holy basil, a member of the mint family, that is used to soothe you - body, mind and spirit. It's a powerful antioxidant with demonstrated antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Holy basil, used for centuries in India is valued as a powerful herbal remedy in Ayurveda medicine. The herb has gained popularity and is widely used in the United States.
"The body must be credited with an immense fund of know-how." -Deepak Chopra

Holy basil offers a wellspring of usages, here are some reasons to add it to your wellness kit:
Reduce Stress:
Holy basil effectively reduces anxiety, depression and stress by bringing your body back to balance. The herb helps your body properly utilize oxygen and synthesize protein to maintain stamina and endurance. Holy basil, also known as “Tulsi” can be added to your meals or consumed as a tea to help calm your system and keep your body running smoothly.
Relieves Fever:
Holy basil can be used as a natural way to treat fevers. Its leaves act as an antibiotic, germicidal and disinfectant agent to fight bacteria and viruses. Taking it as a tea helps you fight your fever and soon feel better.
Fights Acne:
Your skin infections will disappear when you take Holy basil because it contains eugenol, an active ingredient in clove oil, also effective in treating skin conditions. Adding a few drops to coconut oil aids better absorption.
Helps Fight Cancer:
Taking Holy basil in capsule or tea form can help your body build a stronger immune system. Its antioxidant activity wards off cancer cells that destroy your body’s immunity. The herb also assists your body in protecting and recovering from the effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
Relieves Headaches:
Practitioners of Ayurveda recommend Holy basil to relieve migraine pain. According to Josh Axe, DNM, DC, CNS, certified doctor of natural medicine, Doctor of Chiropractic and clinical nutrition, you can take it in capsule form to help your body relieve sinus pressure. Diffusing Holy basil essential oil or making Tulsi tea can also reduce your headache symptoms.
Supports Eye Health:
Taking Holy basil helps your eyes to fight dangerous viral, bacterial and fungal infections. Tulsi tea can be used to prevent conjunctivitis, also commonly known as “Pink eye.” According to Dr. S.K. Gupta of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, topical administration of an herbal eye drop mixture containing turmeric and Holy basil extracts can help to reduce cataracts.
Supports Dental Care and Oral Health:
Holy basil in capsule or tea form, helps you fight bacteria in your mouth that can lead to dental issues, like cavities, plaque, tartar and bad breath; it can also reduce the pain of mouth ulcers. The leaves serve as a mouth freshener because they kill the bacteria and germs hiding in your mouth.
In summary, there are many ways to treat yourself, take time to review these and other suggestions to maintain good health and wellness.
Reduce Stress:
Holy basil effectively reduces anxiety, depression and stress by bringing your body back to balance. The herb helps your body properly utilize oxygen and synthesize protein to maintain stamina and endurance. Holy basil, also known as “Tulsi” can be added to your meals or consumed as a tea to help calm your system and keep your body running smoothly.
Relieves Fever:
Holy basil can be used as a natural way to treat fevers. Its leaves act as an antibiotic, germicidal and disinfectant agent to fight bacteria and viruses. Taking it as a tea helps you fight your fever and soon feel better.
Fights Acne:
Your skin infections will disappear when you take Holy basil because it contains eugenol, an active ingredient in clove oil, also effective in treating skin conditions. Adding a few drops to coconut oil aids better absorption.
Helps Fight Cancer:
Taking Holy basil in capsule or tea form can help your body build a stronger immune system. Its antioxidant activity wards off cancer cells that destroy your body’s immunity. The herb also assists your body in protecting and recovering from the effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
Relieves Headaches:
Practitioners of Ayurveda recommend Holy basil to relieve migraine pain. According to Josh Axe, DNM, DC, CNS, certified doctor of natural medicine, Doctor of Chiropractic and clinical nutrition, you can take it in capsule form to help your body relieve sinus pressure. Diffusing Holy basil essential oil or making Tulsi tea can also reduce your headache symptoms.
Supports Eye Health:
Taking Holy basil helps your eyes to fight dangerous viral, bacterial and fungal infections. Tulsi tea can be used to prevent conjunctivitis, also commonly known as “Pink eye.” According to Dr. S.K. Gupta of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, topical administration of an herbal eye drop mixture containing turmeric and Holy basil extracts can help to reduce cataracts.
Supports Dental Care and Oral Health:
Holy basil in capsule or tea form, helps you fight bacteria in your mouth that can lead to dental issues, like cavities, plaque, tartar and bad breath; it can also reduce the pain of mouth ulcers. The leaves serve as a mouth freshener because they kill the bacteria and germs hiding in your mouth.
In summary, there are many ways to treat yourself, take time to review these and other suggestions to maintain good health and wellness.