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Holy basil: The story of Ocimum sanctum

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  1. Adaptogen and mood enhancing
  2. Research highlight
  3. Summary

Ocimum sanctum (Holy Basil or Tulsi) is an aromatic herb belonging to the family Lamiaceae. 1 It is native to India and south-east Asia where it has been used medicinally for centuries and is now cultivated all over the world, including in Australia.2

Key highlights

  • Ocimum sanctum or Holy Basil is a herb renowned for its medicinal value.
  • Ocimum sanctum has a strong history of use in Ayurvedic medicine.
  • Clinical trials using Ocimum sanctum have demonstrated its adaptogenic ability to support resilience in periods of high physical and mental stress.
  • A literature review on the benefits of Ocimum sanctum found it enhanced immunity.

Topics

Low moodDepressionAnxietyStressCognitionAdaptogenFatigue