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Ozone and Basil ( Ocimumsanctum , Tulasi)

 

 

 

 

 

Why the basil is said to be holy? Lord Krishna says in Srimad Bhagavatham

that among flowers I am Basil (Tulasi). Scientists in U.S have conducted

many research with this plant and found that thulasi plant can only produce

Ozone which acts as a protective cover in the ionosphere and it can also be

used for life saving medicines also.

 

Holy Basil is a many branched, erect stout and aromatic herb. It grows up to

the height of about 75cms and is hairy all over. The plant has tender

leaves, usually smooth, up to 2.5cm in length. The herb is bitter and

pungent. This herb has been known from as early as Vedic period .The holy

basil is native to India. It reached Western Europe in the 16th Century .It

has now widely grown throughout the world.

 

Healing power:

 

The plant has many medicinal properties. The leaves are a nervine tonic and

also sharpen memory. They promote the removal of the catarrhal matter and

phlegm from the bronchial tube. The leaves strengthen the stomach and induce

copious perspiration. The seed of the plant are mucilaginous.

 

Common Cold & Fever:

 

The leaves of basil are specific for many fevers. During the rainy season,

when malaria and dengue fever are widely prevalent, tender leaves, boiled

with tea, act as preventive against theses diseases. in case of acute

fevers, a decoction of the leaves boiled with powdered cardamom in half a

liter of water and mixed with sugar and milk brings down the temperature.

 

The juice of tulsi leaves can be used to bring down fever. Extract of tulsi

leaves in fresh water should be given every 2 to 3 hours. In between one can

keep giving sips of cold water. In children, it is every effective in

bringing down the temperature.

 

Tulsi is an important constituent of many Ayurvedic cough syrups and

expectorants. It helps to mobilize mucus in bronchitis and asthma. Chewing

tulsi leaves relieves cold and flu.

 

Sore Throat:

 

Water boiled with basil leaves can be taken as drink in case of sore throat.

This water can also be used as a gargle.

 

Respiratory disorder:

 

The herb is useful in the treatment of respiratory system disorder. A

decoction of the leaves, with honey and ginger is an effective remedy for

bronchitis, asthma, influenza, cough and cold. A decoction of the leaves,

cloves and common salt also gives immediate relief in case of influenza.

They should be boiled in half a liter of water till only half the water is

left and add then taken.

 

Kidney Stone:

 

Basil has strengthening effect on the kidney. In case of renal stone the

juice of basil leaves and honey, if taken regularly for 6 months it will

expel them via the urinary tract.

 

Heart disorder:

 

Basil has a beneficial effect in cardiac disease and the weakness resulting

from them. It reduces the level of blood cholesterol.

 

Children's ailments :

 

Common pediatric problems like cough cold, fever, diarrhea and vomiting

respond favorably to the juice of basil leaves. If pustules of chicken pox

delay their appearance, basil leaves taken with saffron will hasten them.

 

Stress :

 

Basil leaves are regarded as an adaptogen or anti-stress agent. Recent

studies have shown that the leaves afford significant protection against

stress. Even healthy persons can chew 12 leaves of basil, twice a day, to

prevent stress. It purifies blood and helps prevent several common elements.

 

Mouth infections :

 

The leaves are quit effective for the ulcer and infections in the mouth. A

few leaves chewed will cure these conditions.

 

Insect Bites:

 

The herb is a prophylactic or preventive and curative for insect stings or

bites. A teaspoonful of the juice of the leaves is taken and a repeated

after a few hours. Fresh juice must also be applied to the affected parts. A

paste of fresh roots is also effective in case of bites of insects and

leeches.

 

Skin disorders:

 

Applied locally, basil juice is beneficial in the treatment of ringworm and

other skin diseases. It has also been tried successfully by some naturopaths

I the treatment of leucoderma.

 

Eye disorders:

 

Basil juice is an effective remedy for sore eyes and night-blindness, which

is generally caused by deficiency of vitamin a. Two drops of black basil

juice should be put into the eyes daily at bedtimes.

 

Teeth disorder:

 

The herb is useful in teeth disorders. Its leaves, dried in the sun and

powdered, can be used for brushing teeth. It can also be mixed with mustered

oil to make a paste and used as toothpaste. This is very good for

maintaining dental health, counter acting bad breath and for massaging the

gums. It is also useful in pyorrhea and other teeth disorders.

 

Headaches:

 

Basil makes a good medicine for headache. A decoction of the leaves can be

given for this disorder. Pounded leaves mixed with sandalwood paste can also

be applied on the forehead for getting relief from heat, headache, and for

providing coolness in general.

 

These are only a general guidelines as a firstaid. It is always better to

see a Doctor depeding upon the intensity of the case.

 

In olden days in every Hindy Family there will be Tulasi thara beautifully

constructed in front of thier house and people used to starat their day

after worshipping Tulasi and drinking Tulasi water. A Lamp also will be kept

burning there in the morning and evening.