I planted several kinds of basil in my garden, but today I planted Holy Basil. I did not know there was a big difference…
“Basil vs. Holy Basil
Holy basil, also known as tulsi, is an herb originally grown in the tropical climates of India and nearby countries. The scientific name is Ocimum sanctum or Ocimum tenuiflorum L.
In addition to being an herbal supplement, the holy basil tulsi plant is an important part of Hindu culture. Those in the largest Hindu sect, Vaishnavism, use tulsi for worship, prayer, and other spiritual rituals.
In India, tulsi is an important antioxidant in holistic medicine. This form of traditional medicine is called ayurveda, which considers health problems to be imbalances within a person’s mind, body, and spirit.”
“Basil is full of antioxidants. Sweet basil contains a compound called eugenol, and lime and lemon basils have limonene. These antioxidants, along with others such as anthocyanins and beta-carotene, help to fight free radicals in the body that can otherwise lead to cell damage and increase your risk for a variety of health conditions, including cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes.”
“Holy basil’s phytochemicals can help protect against different types of cancer, including lung cancer, liver cancer, oral cancer, and skin cancer.”
https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-basil#:~:text=Basil%20has%20antibacterial%20properties.,%2C%20abdominal%2C%20or%20skin%20infections.
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Cari