Ayurveda Lexicon

Tulsi: The Sacred Basil ocimum sanctum and Its Use in Ayurveda

Learn everything about Tulsi, the "sacred basil," in the Ayurveda lexicon. While it can also be used in the kitchen, in terms of taste it has little in common with the Italian basil commonly found in our region. The green Tulsi herb is rich in antibacterial and antioxidant active ingredients and is a popular medicinal herb in Ayurveda medicine. Find out why Tulsi is "sacred" and how to use it in Ayurveda.