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Ayurveda
Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum
Ayurveda, Western adoption
Gabriel Score
77/ 100Good
EvidenceModerate - promising adaptogenic and metabolic effects
Conditions6 applications
How it works
Adaptogenic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, modulates cortisol
Typical Dosage
300-600mg extract or 2-3 cups tea daily
Used for
Stressrespiratory infectionsdiabetesinflammationcognitive functionimmune support
The Science
Active Compounds
Eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, carvacrol
Evidence Base
Moderate - promising adaptogenic and metabolic effects77/100
Holy basil; sacred in Hinduism; pleasant tea; safe daily use; different from culinary basil
How to Use
Tea, tincture, capsule, fresh leaves
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
Safety Profile
Interactions
May interact with anticoagulants, diabetes medications
Contraindications
Pregnancy (high doses); fertility (traditional contraindication)
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EvidenceModerate - promising adaptogenic and metabolic effects
Applications6
Gabriel Score77/100
Educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol.