Holy Basil Powder (Tulsi) – Organic

Holy Basil Powder—also known as tulsi—is made from the dried leaves of the basil plant native to India. It has a warm, slightly bitter flavor with a distinct aroma, making it a popular choice for brewing herbal teas or adding to traditional recipes.

Versatile and shelf-stable, this fine powder can be mixed into soups, curries, sauces, and other dishes to enhance flavor. With its bold taste and rich fragrance, holy basil powder is a staple in many Indian kitchens.

Organic Holy Basil (Tulsi) Powder

1. This sacred herb is more than just a wonderfully spicy and aromatic staple for stir-fry and soups.
2. It also packs a powerful nutritional punch as an Ayurvedic medicine superstar used to combat life’s stresses.
3. Traditionally used to support the immune system, Holy Basil is well-known for its longevity benefits and is often referred to as “the incomparable one.”

If you thought Holy Basil (Tulsi) was just for stir fry or sipping tea, think again.

Sacred in the Hindu religion, tulsi means “the incomparable one.” Holy basil is so useful it is even believed to be an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulsi.Native to India, this delightfully aromatic plant dates back over 2,000 years. That’s because this incredible herb has so many culinary, medicinal, and even industrial uses.

As a traditional superstar in Southeast Asia, this Ayurvedic herb has been thoroughly explored for its chemical and pharmacological properties.

With more than 60 chemical compounds, including phenolics, flavonoids, phenylpropanoids, terpenoids, fatty acid derivatives, essential oil, fixed oil, and steroids, scientists have found that the compounds in Holy Basil may have important medicinal value.

Because of the wide array of benefits and the impressive properties this herb possesses, Holy Basil is classified as a potent adaptogen herb.

Traditional Uses Of Holy Basil

Many homes and temples in India have a tulsi plant which is believed to support a feeling of well-being. In Ayurvedic medicine, tulsi is a Rasayana, meaning “the path to essence” and promoting long life.

Ayurvedic times used holy basil for a wide variety of uses.

Dozens of holy basil’s traditionally known therapeutic uses have been confirmed, including its incredible adaptogenic and antistress properties.

A large body of scientific research supports the uses of this valuable plant.

Studies show holy basil has antimicrobial, adaptogenic, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and cardioprotective, among many other benefits.

1. One medicinal purpose was that the holy basil herb was used to strengthen the respiratory system. It was used as a remedy for coughs, colds, asthma, and bronchitis. 7
2. Holy basil also may have the ability to bring down fevers. One study in Northern India in 1978 compared holy basil against standard conventional treatments. More than half of the group that took holy basil realized substantial success versus the traditional medicine group.7
3. Additionally, holy basil is a traditional remedy to support the digestive system, often taken as a tea with ginger. 7

Similar to ashwagandha and eleuthero, holy basil is an adaptogen herb. And what makes holy basil part of this exclusive family of plants and different from other plant foods and even from most superfoods is that holy basil contains a wide range of multifaceted compounds that are nutritionally superior to the typical vitamins, minerals, and other substances found in most herbs.

Some possible traditional uses of our Organic Holy Basil (Tulsi) Powder may include:

1. A staple spice in ayurvedic medicine
2. May support a healthy stress response
3. May enhance endocrine function
4. May reduce oxidative stress
5. May promotes eye health
6. May support a healthy blood pressure
7. May nourishes the cardiovascular system
8. May support a healthy blood sugar and insulin metabolism
9. Elevates mood and spirit:
10. May relieve mild forms of depression, especially when induced by stress

Some research suggests that Holy Basil may contain the following constituents:

1. Oleanolic acid
2. Ursolic acid
3. Rosmarinic acid
4. Eugenol
5. Carvacrol
6. Linalool
7. β-caryophyllene
8. Carotenoids
9. Vitamin C
10. Zinc
11. Chlorophyll

Suggested Use: Add one teaspoon of Holy Basil powder to your favorite tea or use it as a flavorful spice in recipes, trendy in Asian dishes.

Mixing Suggestions: Combine with our turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, and clove powders to make a tasty seasoning blend for meat or vegetables.

Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum.

Other Names: Ajaka, Albahaca Santa, Bai Gkaprow, Baranda, Basilic Indien, Basilic Sacré, Basilic Sacré Pourpre, Basilic Saint, Brinda, Green Holy Basil, Hot Basil, Indian Basil, Kala Tulsi, Kemangen, Krishna Tulasi, Krishna Tulsi, Manjari, Ocimum sanctum, Ocimum tenuiflorum, Parnasa, Patrapuspha, Rama Tulsi, Red Holy Basil, Sacred Basil, Sacred Purple Basil, Shyama Tulsi, Sri Tulasi, Suvasa Tulasi, Tulasi, Tulsi, Tulsi Patra.

Parts Used: Raw Leaves.

Ingredients: Organic Holy Basil (Tulsi).

Origin: Grown and harvested in India and packaged with care in Florida, USA.