Immunity boosting ways to use Tulsi to stay safe from viruses and flu

It often happens that we are reluctant to use home remedies and experts feel that in majority cases, home remedies are effective. One such common illness in which home remedies are helpful is viral flu. According to experts, Tulsi, also known as the Holy Basil, is an important part of home remedies. While Tulsi has a special religious significance, it is also magical medicinal qualities. In words of Ayurveda, the bitter and slightly astringent Tulsi leaves are nature's best antibiotics. They are one of the most commonly used ingredients in many Indian home remedies ranging from kadha to chest balm. It is also recommended that on a daily basis one should start the day with two to three fresh Tulsi leaves on an empty stomach. This piece of information talks about the 7 easy ways in which you can use Tulsi leaves to stay safe from seasonal flu and viruses and boost immunity.

Fresh Tulsi leaves are regarded as an 'adaptogen' or anti-stress agent. It has been proven that chewing 10-12 Tulsi leaves on a daily basis helps keep blood pressure under control and prevents stress. It purifies the blood and helps prevent several common elements.

This herbal juice is a concoction of fresh Tulsi leaves, ajwain, cumin, mango powder, salt and mint leaves that is boiled together in water for 10-15 minutes. It can be consumed warm or at room temperature and is helpful in recovering dehydration.

It is a combination of fresh Tulsi leaves, ginger, black pepper, cinnamon and cardamom. All you need to do is boil them together in water and strain. According to experts, drinking ¼ cup of this water daily helps in recovering from dengue and malaria.

The combination aids digestion by stimulating the flow of bile and also has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal properties that help protect you from cough and cold.

Made with Tulsi leaves, jaggery, water and lemon juice, this caffeine-free tea has a sweet aftertaste and is good for digestion and has anti-bacterial properties that keep you safe from seasonal fever and flu. Make sure that you have it warm for effective results.

The fresh paste of Tulsi leaves blended with sandalwood powder can be applied on the forehead for immediate relief from the heat, headache, and for providing the coolness in general.

The fresh Tulsi juice is a magical remedy for eye disorders such as sore eyes and night-blindness, which is generally caused by deficiency of vitamin A. It is suggested to add one drop of black basil juice into the eyes daily at bedtime for effective results.