Medicinal Value of Tulsi
Apart from religious value, the tulsi has many medicinal properties making it a sacred plant.- Tulsi has been mentioned in Charaka Samhita, an ancient book of ayurveda. It proves that tulsi has been used in many medicines since thousands of years. Cold, headache, heart disease, stomach infections can be cured by having an extract of tulsi. It acts as a pain killer. Almost all the ayurvedic cough syrups contain tulsi as an important ingredient, as it helps in lessening bronchitis.
- Tulsi reduces blood glucose levels and so is an effective herb for diabetes.
- Radiation poisoning as well as cataract can also be cured to certain extent by having tulsi extract.
- Tulsi acts as a stress reliever by balancing various body processes.
- It promotes longevity.
- Tulsi leaves are beneficial for nervous system and help in enhancing memory.
- Tulsi helps in strengthening kidney. Drink juice of tulsi leaves mixed in honey for six months in case of renal stones. This will expel these stones through urinary tract.
- Mouth ulcers and infections can be cured with tulsi.
- Tulsi is also very beneficial against insect bites or stings. Drinking juice of tulsi leaves after every few hours in case of bite is very beneficial. You can also apply tulsi paste to the affected parts.
