Tulasi or Tulsi (Holy Basil)? Is it good?

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Can it cure infections? If yes how and when should it be had?

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Tulsi is said to have lot of properties. Marked by its strong aroma and a stringent taste, herbal therapists claim that it promotes longevity and call it "the elixir of life." When applied locally along with lemon juice, it is claimed that it helps in eradicating ringworms, eczema and other skin diseases. It has also been tried successfully by some naturopaths in the treatment of leucoderma.
Tulsi has antioxidant properties, and helps boost the immune system fight off damaging free radicals that lead to disease and ageing. It raises the human body immunity by increasing the antibody production. It purportedly helps the body fend off stress and balances the mind, nerves and emotions. With calcium, vitamin C, carotene and phosphorous, tulsi purportedly helps skin stay supple and healthy. It is anti-inflammatory by nature, other than being antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral. It also purportedly works as a repellent to mosquitoes, flies and other harmful insects. Tulsi has been traditionally used as a universal remedy in cases of malarial fever.
A prime herb in ayurveda, the juice of the leaves purportedly gives relief in common cold, fever, bronchitis, cough, digestive complaints, etc. The oil of tulsi has been traditionally used to treat earaches and snake or scorpion bites. The seeds are used in curing urinary problems. To function as an aphrodisiac, powdered tulsi root is consumed with clarified butter (ghee).
The herb is purportedly also useful in teeth disorders, especially pyorrhea. Tulsi leaves, the most used part of the herb, purportedly serve as a nerve tonic, sharpen the memory, strengthen the stomach and induce copious perspiration. Sun dried and powdered tulsi leaves have been used for brushing teeth. They have also been mixed with mustard oil to be used as toothpaste. This purportedly preserves dental health, counteracts bad breath and massages the gums, while also addressing other teeth disorders.
Studies are underway to prove its effectiveness in treating diseases like viral hepatitis among others.
Turmeric, tulsi and neem are natural ingredients that are regularly used in this system to cure skin ailments. The preparations have burn healing effects and scar reducing properties among others.

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it is very good for ur health...........but i don't know for wat infection ur asking................just wash the leaves in warm water and eat......tat's it

Tulasi is a holy plant in indian mythology. so you will notice it in most of the houses in india. It is believe that marely keeping it in house keep the ailmants away from household. you can eat the leaves of plant. You can use seeds of plant as well.

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