- 250 mg
- Holy Basil leaf (Ocimum sanctum) aqueous extract 10:1 Equivalent to 2500 mg of Holy Basil leaf
Microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (plant-source), hypromellose
Format
Veggie Caps
60 Vcaps
Dosage
Take 3 capsules daily or as directed by a health care practitioner.
Important Information
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you: 1) have diabetes 2) are taking anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs or herbs, or supplements that affect platelet aggregation.
- Reduces spasms, gas, and bloating
- Promotes circulation and breaks up congestion in order to support a healthy heart
- Highly concentrated - one capsule is equivalent to 2500 mg of Holy Basil leaf
- Free of additives and preservatives
- Rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, tannins and essential oils
- Packaged in environmentally friendly amber glass bottles
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Holy Basil, which is also known as tulsi, is the most sacred herb in Indian culture. It has been used for thousands of years and has played a key role in the Ayurvedic healing tradition. It has been used both to aid digestion, and as a heart tonic. It is referred to as "Nature's elixir of life."
In Hinduism, Holy Basil is also considered to be a sacred herb. In fact, Tulsi is Sanskrit for "the incomparable one." It is commonly found in many homes and temples and is traditionally used to open the heart and mind and to aid meditation.
Holy Basil is an adaptogen, meaning that it helps balance various processes within the body and helps it to cope with stress.
BENEFITS
Reduces spasms, gas, and bloating
Promotes circulation and breaks up congestion in order to support a healthy heart
Highly concentrated - one capsule is equivalent to 2500 mg of Holy Basil leaf
Rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, tannins and essential oils
FEATURES
Wild crafted in India
Free of additives and preservatives
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Gluten-free
Non-GMO
Packaged in environmentally friendly amber glass bottles
Holy Basil
Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It is known for its diverse medicinal properties, most significant of which being its properties as an adaptogen. Adaptogenic herbs are used in stress reduction, as they help us to adapt to stressful situations more effectively. When stress is over, adaptogens also help to shut down the adrenals more quickly thus preventing adrenal fatigue and chronic inflammation.
Let's step back for a minute to fully understand what high stress levels are doing to the body. Stress can elevate cortisol levels. Cortisol, among its other effects, triggers the production of inflammatory COX-2 enzymes, the first step in a series of inflammatory processes. This cascade effect then influences blood sugar changes, which also increases metabolic inflammation, and the cycle continues. It is important to understand that although inflammation is necessary and useful in terms of healing and protecting the body, it can also be very damaging to the body, as well.
Almost every disease in the body begins with an inflammatory response. If the body cannot repair the damage and the inflammation becomes chronic, not only is the disease process exacerbated, but other problems like Atherosclerosis, Type II Diabetes, Metabolic syndrome, Crohn's/Collitis and autoimmune disorders, such as SLE and Rheumatoid Arthritis are also more likely to develop.
Holy Basil is an anti-inflammatory, immune tonic and an anti-diabetic, as well as an adaptogen. In terms of stress reduction and disease prevention, holy basil treats the root of the problem, as well as major disease processes that most often branch off, regulating blood sugar and reducing inflammation. You can see now why it is also often called the Queen of herbs.
The dried leaves of Holy Basil can be powdered and used in capsule form or made into an alcohol extract or tincture. There is no known maximum dosage in terms of safety, although a typical dosage ranges anywhere from 300 mg to 2g/day. Although Holy Basil is considered safe and harmless, individuals already undergoing pharmaceutical intervention for high blood sugar or to prevent blood clotting should be careful of the additive effect that Holy basil has with these medications. It has not yet been determined safe in pregnancy or lactation.
What is an Adaptogen?
What are they?
Adaptogens are a wide variety of plants that can have a number of beneficial effects on the body. The term originates from herbalists who used it to describe plants that support the body, as an adrenal and nervous system tonic, and that help us deal with times of mental, physical and emotional stress. Other names for adaptogens are: rejuvenating herbs, Qi tonics (traditional Chinese medicine), rasayanas (Ayurvedic medicine), or restoratives.
Some non-herbal nutrients are also loosely referred to as "adaptogens" for their similar and complementary effects. Some examples are vitamin B5, and adrenal glandular extracts.
In addition to helping us cope with stress, adaptogens also help to regulate and protect the immune system, by boosting lowered immune resistance and reducing excessive or inappropriate immune responses such as those that occur in autoimmune disease. Certain adaptogens can also function to regulate hormone levels, and can be used to help treat conditions such as PMS, low libido, and sexual dysfunction. Most commonly, adaptogens are used to boost energy levels and help maintain mental and physical stamina in times of increased stress. For more information on adrenal support, please see our adrenal gland support article.
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