Why do we worship Tulsi plant? (Scientific Reason)
The tradition of planting holy basil (known as Tulsi in India) is very ancient. Our parents and grandparents worship it daily and ask us to do the same. But, have we ever asked why they say this? Today I am going to tell you the reason for this.
Topics we are going to cover today
- Information about Holy Basil (Tulsi)
- How is it Beneficial to us?
- Which nutrients does it contain?
- How is it benefit in stress and anxiety?
Information about Holy Basil or Tulsi
Holy Basil or Tulsi is very beneficial for our health. This plant is also
known scientifically as Ocimum tenuiflorum and in Southeast Asia as
Tulsi.
She is regarded as a goddess in India and in some
bordering countries of India. She is revered as an incarnation of Lakshmi,
and thus the consort of Lord Vishnu. It is also referred to as Vrinda in
other parables (stories told by religious teachers).
How is it Beneficial to us?
If we see, every part of a Holy Basil is beneficial for us if we use it correctly. Let us see now, which part is recommended for treating which condition:
- It's fresh flowers for bronchitis (swelling of the lining of your bronchial pipes, which transfer air to and from your lungs. Bronchitis may be either acute or permanent)
- It's leaves and seeds, with black pepper, for malaria (a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes)
- The whole plant for diarrhea (loose, watery stools or a frequent need to have a bowel movement), nausea (stomach discomfort and the sensation of wanting to vomit), and vomiting (a forceful discharge of stomach contents).
- Its pill and ointment (cream) form for eczema (itchy inflammation of the skin.)
- Alcohol extracted from it is used for curing stomach ulcers and eye diseases.
- Essential oil made from its leaves for preventing insect bites
Nutrients it contains:
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Calcium
- Zinc
- Iron
- Chlorophyll
Note: Always consent to your doctor before taking complements. Like many complements, holy basil is not recommended as a first-line treatment. It may also interact with medications you’re already taking.
Beneficial In Stress And Anxiety
All parts of the Holy Basil (Tulsi) plant work as an adaptogen (a genetic substance that helps your body adapt to stress and increases mental balance).
The thought of an adaptogen is a historical method. But scientific analysis shows that holy basil (tulsi) has medicinal (pharmacology, a branch of medicine, biology, and pharmacology concerned with drug or drug action, where a drug is added to any artificial, natural, or endogenous molecule).
Biochemical or physical effect on a cell, tissue, organ, or organism.) properties to help your mind cope (to deal successfully with a difficult matter or situation) with many types of stress.
The reason for your stress can be:
- Chemical reactions in your brain.
- Physical improperness.
- Infectiousness
- Emotional behavior
In the state of physical stress (low energy. headaches, upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation, and nausea, aches, pains, and tense muscles), holy basil or tulsi's leaf 🍃 is known to increase stamina in animals and human beings. Animals and people who had holy basil's leaf extracts and went through environment-originated stress conditions:
- Enhanced metabolism (Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.)
- Improved aquatics(swimming) speed
- Less tissue destruction
- Lower stress levels in noisy environments
Human and animal studies noticed reduced:
- tension
- sexual problems
- sleep problems
- forgetfulness
- exhaustion (loss of energy)
According to a study, people who take 500mg of holy basin extract daily feel less anxious (worry and afraid), stressed, and depressed. People also feel more social and spend quality time with their family.
CONCLUSION
We treat the holy basil or tulsi as Goddess because it is beneficial for us to maintain our physical and mental health problems. Our ancestors were genius as they knew it 1000s of years ago.
But we made it a useless superstition. They used to worship holy basil because they knew the reason for it. But we are following it as a belief.
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