Anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and pain-relieving
Clinically researched dose
Though related to the basil we use in cooking, Holy Basil has different medicinal properties. Ocimum tenuiflorum (also known as Ocimum sanctum, tulsi or holy basil) is a medicinal plant with a long history of traditional use in India and in Ayurvedic medicine. Traditionally, holy basil was used to treat everything from malaria, diarrhea, and dysentery, to skin diseases, joint inflammation, painful eye diseases, chronic fever and insect bites. This is likely due to Holy basil’s numerous active constituents including tannins, phenolic compounds and flavonoids which are responsible for its antifungal, antibacterial, anti-parasitic, antispasmodic, analgesic, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, and cellular protective activities.
Today, Holy basil is mainly used as an adaptogen as it has been reported to induce relaxation, promote a feeling of calm and reduce stress and moodiness. It has also been shown to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol in diabetic subjects, and animal studies have shown reductions in cortisol, the stress hormone.
Holy Basil is an excellent option for those looking for an herbal anti-stress supplement with additional blood sugar balancing and cardiovascular benefits.
DISCUSSION: Holy Basil is traditionally used in Ayurveda as an expectorant and/or demulcent to help relieve cough (Kasa) and colds, as well as a cardiotonic (Hrdya) to help support the contractions of the heart.
Product Variations
NPN
Product Code
Size
80042974
AOR04197
60 VEGI-CAPS
SUPPLEMENT FACTS:
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
Holy Basil leaf extract (Ocimumtenuiflorum10:1*)
500 mg
*Ocimum tenuiflorumis synonymous to Ocimum sanctum
ADULT DOSAGE: Take 2 capsules daily with/without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
CAUTION: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have diabetes, are taking any heart or blood pressure medication, or if you are breastfeeding. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Do not use if you are pregnant or attempting to conceive.
AOR™ guarantees that all ingredients have been declared on the label. Contains no wheat, gluten, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sulphites, mustard, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct.
Source:
Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum
Main Applications:
Adaptogen
Anxiety
Stress
Blood sugar balance
Anti-inflammatory
Analgesic
Antimicrobial
Disclaimer
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