Published by: Pravin Makwana
Basil Leaves Health Benefits: Nowadays, due to hectic life, many types of diseases surround even young people. Cases of high cholesterol are also increasing, which is very harmful for heart health. Consuming basil leaves at such times can prove to be very beneficial. Tulsi plant also has great importance religiously. Also, it is very useful in terms of health. Nutrients in Tulsi plant prove to be effective in many diseases. Consumption of Tulsi leaves is beneficial in heart related diseases.
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Consuming basil leaves also helps in reducing stress and anxiety. According to Healthline, tulsi helps in treating wounds as well as preventing infections. Let’s know about the health benefits of Tulsi…
Blood Sugar- Diabetes has become very common nowadays due to the changed life style. High or low blood sugar can be dangerous for health. At such times it is necessary that blood sugar should always be under control. Tulsi plant is very effective for this. Consuming Tulsi helps in reducing blood sugar levels in pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
Cholesterol- Cholesterol deposits in the veins of the heart are very harmful for the heart. At such times, it is necessary to reduce bad cholesterol levels. Consuming Tulsi proves to be very effective for that. Animal studies have shown that consumption of basil helps in reducing bad cholesterol. Along with this, Tulsi oil is also beneficial.
Joint Pain – Joint pain is common with age. Severe arthritis involving bone is also very painful. At such times consumption of Tulsi is beneficial to reduce pain and relieve inflammation. Tulsi leaves have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. Because of this, Tulsi is very effective in joint related problems.
Stomach- Stomach problems are common and can lead to many serious diseases if problems related to stomach persist for a long time. Tulsi relieves stress caused by stomach ulcers. Also, regular consumption reduces stomach acid and increases mucus secretion. It also increases mucus cells.
Infections- The juice of tulsi leaves helps in quick healing of wounds after injury. Along with this, it also increases the disease resistance of the body. Tulsi has anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Then its regular consumption at such times is very beneficial.
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