Holy basil, known in Hindi as tulsi, might be the most revered medicinal herb on the planet. The plant has violet flowers and blossoms. The green stems sometimes have a purple tinge. Hindu people worship holy basil. It's considered the "Mother Medicine of Nature." It’s been revered since ancient times as an herb that can promote a healthy body, mind, and spirit. In Western medicine, holy basil is valued as an adaptogen. That's something that helps your body adapt to stress.

It is a member of the mint family with aromatic leaves that lend a peppery, slightly clove-like flavor to foods and beverages. In fact, tulsi is a versatile seasoning with a culinary repertoire ranging from tea blends, salads and sweet yeast breads to curries and Szechuan stir-fries.

Tulsi can be prepared as a tonic infusion, alone or in combination with other herbs The dried, cut and sifted leaf may also be powdered and encapsulated as a dietary supplement.

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