The Tulsi plant not only symbolises purity, but also considered a holy and sacred plant. Its leaves offered to the Gods during worships. In India, it's a common household plant found in the courtyard of several houses. It varies from bright green colour to dark green or purple colour. The green Tulsi is known as the Shree or Lakshmi while the dark green or the purple colour Tulsi known as the Shyama Tulsi. It has several medicinal values too. People could use some of these healing benefits of the plants as a first-aid. The plant and extracts used as an important ingredient in the preparation of several medicines including some of the cough syrups available in the market. Let's check out some of the healing benefits of the plant leaves as opined by the experts.
Helps in controlling temperatures during fever – According to the experts, it helps in controlling the body temperature of the youngsters and elders in fever due to seasonal changes. Boiling some leaves of the plant in water and drinking after coming down to the normal temperature helps in decreasing the body temperature during fever.
Prevents diseases like malaria and dengue – Drinking tea with the leaves of the plant protects one from diseases like malaria and dengue.
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Works as an expectorant – Chewing the leaves of the plant brings a great relief when suffering from diseases like bronchitis and asthma (respiratory disease).
Controls the level of cholesterol – The leaves of the plant helps in decreasing the level of cholesterol in the blood. Thus, it decreases fatigue, tastelessness and relives from stress problems.
Cleans the blood – The leaves help in the cleaning process of blood, and this improves its circulation. Experts opine that a normal person could eat 10 to 12 leaves twice regularly. This would help in regular cleansing of blood and leading an active life.
Prevents oral diseases and bad breath – Tulsi powder helps in preventing several teeth diseases including pyria. A paste of Tulsi powder and mustard oil could be used to brush teeth regularly.
Helps in skin problems – Application of Tulsi relieves from skin related problems like wounds, boils, cuts, white spots, itching, eczema, etc. Regular application of the mixture/paste of leaves and lemon juice relives from these problems.
Helps in improving eyesight and vision – Pouring two drops of Tulsi juice every day on the eyes before sleeping helps in improving vision and sight. It also solves the weak vision problem during the night.
Relieves from headaches - Applying crushed Tulsi leaves paste on the forehead gives relief from severe headaches due to extensive exposure to sunlight, excessive eyestrain, etc. Besides, drinking Tulsi tea also helps in such cases.
Helps during insect bites – It comes in handy in situations like insect bites. Application of Tulsi juice on the infected part helps in the drying of the wounds swiftly
Note: The above-mentioned benefits are simple tips from the experts for day to day relief. For any complex disease and condition one should always make sure to consult a physician.