Thulasi ilai / Sacred Basil Dried Leaves (Raw)

Botanical Name     : Ocimum Tenuiflorum
English Name         : Sacred Basil leaves
Tamil Name            : துளசி / Thulasi ilai
Hindi Name            : तुलसी / Tulsi
Malayalam Name  : തുളസി / Tuḷasi
Telugu Name          : తులసి / Tulasi

 

About Thulasi (Sacred Basil):-

Tulsi also known as basil leaves, is a fairly common plant in Indian households. Holy Basil, the “Queen of herbs” is the most sacred of all the herbs found in India! This sacred plant is found in almost every Indian household. Tulsi has been used in India for around 5000 years and is acclaimed for its healing properties of the mind, body, and spirit. Tulsi has been widely popular in South Asian countries for many centuries and now is also gaining popularity in the West. Most commonly known as “Tulsi” or “Tulasi” (Hindi) in India, the basil plant is a leafy herb belonging to the mint family. Considered holy by many religions, the tulsi plant is revered for its divine properties. Besides praying to the plant, a number of people advise including the leaves and roots of the plant in various medical decoctions.
 

Internal Benefits of Thulasi (Sacred Basil):-

• It has antibiotic, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-carcinogenic properties.
• It helps in relieving fever, headache, sore throat, cold, cough, flu, and chest congestion.
• It is also beneficial in treating respiratory ailments like chronic bronchitis, asthma et cetera.
• Helps relieve stress, strengthen immunity, and facilitate proper digestion.
• It is loaded with phytonutrients, essential oils, Vitamin A and C
• Regular tulsi consumption can also aid in balancing various bodily processes.
• It counters elevated blood sugar levels and is therefore beneficial for diabetics.
• It helps in regulating uric acid levels in the body, thereby eliminating the risks of developing kidney stones. It is also beneficial for those who have kidney stones.
• According to the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India, thulasi can help in maintaining normal levels of the stress hormone – cortisol in the body.
• It can ward off the harmful effects of free radicals.
• Is also beneficial in treating conditions like hepatitis, malaria, tuberculosis, dengue, and swine flu.
   

External Benefits of Thulasi (Sacred Basil):-

• It acts as a detoxifying, cleansing, and purifying agent – both from within and without.
• Therefore it is good for the skin – both when consumed and applied topically.
• It is also effective in treating skin disorders, itching, and issues like ringworms.
• Is great for dental health and for healthy gums
• Is an effective insect repellant and can aid in treating insect bites. 

 

Procurement & Agriculture Method:

90% of Our Herbs are Wild crops and 100% organic by nature, the remaining 10% are organically grown, dried, and pulverized with no chemical or preservatives.

 

Disclaimer:

The Consumption details and benefits listed out on our website are taken from Tamil ancient books and Siddha records, as well as its been further fine-tuned by our Siddha Doctors Team. Anyhow you are requested to consult your doctor before use.