TulsiThe Tulsi plant also known as "basil" is a very common plant in Indian households. It is the most sacred of all herbs found in India. It has been used in India for more than 5000 years and is well known for its healing properties on mind, body and soul. The tulsi plant is also known as Ocimum tenuiflorum. The plant is very popular in South Asian countries. There are three variations of Tulsi; Rama Tulsi, Krishna Tulsi and Vana Tulsi. Each of the variations has its own distinctive taste. Generally the dried leaves, seeds and roots are the parts of sacred basil used medicinally. Tulsi has played a very important role in the history of humanity due to the countless benefits it possesses and the uses it offers. The extract obtained from the plants is used to cure various diseases like cold, inflammation, malaria, heart disease, skin care, dental care, relief from respiratory disorders, asthma, fever, lung disorders, heart disease, stress and many more. Tulsi contains hundreds of beneficial compounds and has strong antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, adaptogenic and immune-boosting properties. Tulsi also helps in purifying the atmosphere. Characterized by its strong aroma and astringent taste, it is considered an “elixir of life” in Ayurveda and is well known for promoting longevity. It is because of these many benefits that "tulsi herb" is revered in India! The benefits of Tulsi are as follows: • Cures Fever - Tulsi has potent germicidal, fungicidal, antibacterial and antibiotic properties which are great for curing fever. It has the potential to cure any type of fever, from common infections to malaria. In Ayurveda, it is strongly recommended that a person suffering from fever has a decoction...... middle of paper....... It is the best tonic to nourish the digestive organ and help create a normal balance between food particles and digestive acidity. In addition to all these benefits, tulsi has recently been discovered to have environmental benefits as well. Apparently Tulsi emits oxygen for 20 hours and ozone for 4 hours along with the formation of nascent oxygen which absorbs harmful gases like carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide from the environment. After knowing all the amazing benefits of this herb, I am sure all of you would try these home remedies which will work wonders for you. However, if you do not have easy access to the tulsi plant, you can try this natural herb in tablet form, for example Himalayan tulasi, which would treat all infections, from fever to heart disease. Take advantage of the Christmas offers on herbal products by purchasing from OnlineHerbs.com.