Tilsi plant, whose scientific name is Ocimum sanctum, has great importance in hindu culture.
Tulsi
is the sacred plant dearer to the Lord Vishnu. Tulsi symbolises purity.
It is considered as the holy plant in the Indian Subcontinent. Tulsi
got its name from Tulasi Devi, who was one of Lord Krishna's eternal
consorts. In India people grow Tulsi as the religious plant and worship
it. Its leaves are used in temples for the worship purposes and also on
the several occasions such as marriage. A Hindu house is considered
incomplete without the Tulsi plant in the courtyard. Tulsi is belived to
promote longevity and life long happiness. Hindus perform special Tulsi
puja in the Kartika month which starts after Sharad Poornima. It is the
time of the Tulsi vivah (marriage). On this day Tulsi is decorated and
coloured as a bride. Even today people in India maintain a potted Tulsi
plant. The women water the plant, light up the dipam near it and
worships it daily. The stems, leaves, seeds and even the soil is
considered as holy. According to the ancient texts Tulsi is glorified as
the one who helps in bringing people closer to the divine.
Lets
see how this tulsi is important..... Our ancestors knew all these
things so that was the reason why ancient people gave so much importance
to these plant...
What is Tulsi (Holy Basil)?
"The
Queen of Herbs" - is the most sacred herb of India. Tulsi (Ocimum
sanctum), although also known as Holy Basil, is a different plant from
the pesto variety of Basil (Ocimum basilicum). Tulsi has been revered in
India for over five thousand years, as a healing balm for body, mind
and spirit, and is known to bestow an amazing number of health benefits.
ORGANIC INDIA is pleased to offer Organic Tulsi, for the first time, as
a stress-relieving, energizing and delicious tea. For our ORGANIC INDIA
Tulsi Tea Collection we utilize a proprietary combination of 3
varieties of Tulsi: Rama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Krishna Tulsi (Ocimum
sanctum) and Vana Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum). Each variety lends its own
distinct and characteristic taste that contributes to the delicious
flavor and aroma of our blend.
What are the health benefits of Tulsi?
Tulsi is rich in antioxidant and renowned for its restorative powers, Tulsi has several benefits:
Relieves stress / adaptogen
Bolsters immunity
Enhances stamina
Provides support during cold season
Promotes healthy metabolism
A natural immuno-modulator
"Modern
scientific research offers impressive evidence that Tulsi reduces
stress, enhances stamina, relieves inflammation, lowers cholesterol,
eliminates toxins, protects against radiation, prevents gastric ulcers,
lowers fevers, improves digestion and provides a rich supply of
antioxidants and other nutrients. Tulsi is especially effective in
supporting the heart, blood vessels, liver and lungs and also regulates
blood pressure and blood sugar." Dr. Ralph Miller, former Director of
Research for the Canadian Dept. of Health and Welfare.
How can Tulsi offer so many health benefits?
The
unique chemistry of Tulsi is highly complex. Tulsi contains hundreds of
beneficial compounds known as phyto-chemicals. Working together, these
compounds possess strong antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral,
adaptogenic, and immune-enhancing properties that promote general health
and support the body's natural defense against stress and diseases. The
essential oils in the leaves of Tulsi that contribute to the fragrance
and refreshing flavor of Tulsi Tea, are a particularly rich source of
valuable phyto-chemicals.
What is an adaptogen?
An
adaptogen is an agent that helps the body adapt more efficiently to
stress. Adaptogens reduce the intensity and negative impact of the
stress caused by mental tension, emotional difficulties, poor lifestyle
habits, disease and infection, pollution and other factors. Tulsi is one
of the most effective adaptogens known.
What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants
slow down the process of excess oxidation and protect cells from the
damage caused by free radicals. When cells are attacked by free
radicals, excess oxidation occurs which damage and destroy cells.
Antioxidants stop this process. The cellular damage caused by free
radicals can be responsible for causing and/or accelerating many
diseases. Tulsi is rich in antioxidants and is recommended to guard
against free radicals and protect from damaging excess oxidation.
What is an immuno-modulator?
An
immuno-modulator is an agent that balances and improves the immune
response of the body in fighting antigens (disease causing agents such
as bacteria, viruses, microbes, allergens etc.) and maintaining health.
Some
of Tulsi effects are quite immediate, while others develop gradually
after weeks of regular use. For example, you may feel more relaxed and
energized after the first cup. Although Tulsi has many specific effects
on different body systems, its main benefits arise from its impressive
general capacity to assist the body's natural process of healing and
maintaining health. Tulsi overall health promotion and disease
prevention effects are powerful, but often subtle. For example, you may
simply notice that you do not seem to be bothered by stress or common
illnesses, such as colds or flu, nearly as often as before. Or you may
notice that you generally tire less easily. As with many other herbal
supplements, it usually takes at least a week or so of consistent use
for the body to experience major benefits.
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