Also known as the 'queen of herbs', holy basil or tulsi makes for the most sacred herb in India. While Tulsi has a special religious significance, it is also prized for its medicinal qualities. According to Ayurveda and traditional medicine, the bitter and slightly astringent Tulsi leaves are nature's best antibiotics It is also often recommended to start your day by having two to three fresh Tulsi leaves on an empty stomach. It is a great blood purifier and is known to flush out toxins and clean your internal systems. Along with this comes the advice to not chew Tulsi leaves but instead swallow them. One reason is that Tulsi leaves contain a high amount of mercury and iron, which are released on chewing them. These minerals are known to damage your teeth and cause discoloration.
A great way to consume Tulsi is to prepare a tea. It is known to boost your immunity and fight germs and can heal many skin disorders like acne. It is also believed to control your blood sugar levels.
Conclusion :
However, Tulsi has long been known to have innumerable medicinal benefits, also making it an effective and safe natural remedy for cough. But it is still advised to avoid chewing raw Tulsi leaves, it may cause the tooth enamel to wear away if consumed regularly in very large quantities.
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