Description
Holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also known as tulsi (meaning the incomparable one), has been historically used in Ayurveda as an adaptogen, which are ingredients that help your body adapt to stress. The small, bushy holy basil shrub is native to India, but its an important plant in many traditional and folk health systems in Southeast Asia, including Ayurveda. Ayurveda centers on a holistic approach to health that focuses on preserving and promoting good health through healthy lifestyle practices including regular consumption of adaptogenic herbs that have the power to enhance the bodys ability to maintain balance. Holy basil can be incredibly beneficial to human health, primarily due to its fascinating composition of its essential oil.