Tulsi plant has a lot of significance for mankind,
due to the manifold medicinal benefits it provides. Tulsi leaves are
widely used in the preparation of Ayurvedic medicines. It is known to
promote the longevity of life. The extracts obtained from the plant are
extensively brought to use for curing various diseases such as the
common cold, inflammation, malaria, heart disease, headaches, stomach
disorders, kidney stones, heart disorders, and many more. The Indian
basil Tulasi also aids in the purification of atmosphere.
Tulasi plant serves as a fabulous repellant in fighting against flies,
mosquitoes and insects. It is especially valuable in combating malarial
fever. It is said that at the time of establishment of Victoria gardens
in Bombay (now Mumbai), the workers became victims of mosquito bites and
suffered from chronic malaria. Seeing the pitiable situation of the
workers, some of the Hindu managers recommended the plantation of Tulsi
plant in the garden. On following their advice, fruitful results were
obtained. Thus, holy basil Tulsi helped to abate the growth of
mosquitoes and control malaria.
There are numerous uses of Tulsi plant. The plant is increasingly
finding its way in the Ayurvedic treatment of diseases. Tulsi leaves are
widely used due to their healing power. It is a tonic for the nervous
system and thus, helps a great deal in sharpening the memory. This
aromatic plant supports the removal of phlegm and catarrhal matter from
the bronchial tube. It also works wonders in preventing stomach
disorders. The herb Tulsi is known to cure the respiratory disorders.
The decoction prepared by mixing honey, ginger and Tulsi leaves is quite
helpful in combating bronchitis, influenza and asthma.
The leaves of Tulsi plant are extremely beneficial during the rainy
season, when diseases like malaria and dengue victimize the country.
Boil the tender leaves of Tulsi in tea and give it to the patient. The
juice extracted from Tulsi leaves serves as the best remedy to bring
down fever. Tulsi is an essential ingredient in the preparation of
Ayurvedic cough syrups. It is highly useful in getting rid of cold and
flu. Even, for sore throat, the leaves of medicinal plant Tulsi is of
great value. Just boil the leaves of Tulsi in water and ask the patient
to gargle with this decoction.
Tulsi has the ability to strengthen the kidneys. For those suffering
from the problem of renal kidney stones, the decoction prepared by
mixing the juice of Tulsi leaves with honey, if taken sincerely for six
consecutive months can oust these stones via the urinary tract. For
maintaining healthy heart, Tulsi is of utmost value. It helps in
lowering the level of cholesterol in blood. Thus, Tulsi plant serves as
the most effective remedy to combat cardiac diseases.
