Known as the ‘Queen of Herbs’ in the orient, Holy Basil occupies a position of considerable importance in traditional Indian medicine. Characterized by its strong aroma and stringent taste, Holy Basil is considered the ‘elixir of life’ for its host of therapeutic properties. Tulsi extracts are used for numerous medicinal preparations and are believed to address health disorders ranging from common cold to various forms of poisoning. The anti-oxidant properties of Tulsi help in battling Diabetes and high cholesterol levels. Oil extracted from Karpoora Tulsi leaves is widely used for its remedial purposes and also forms an active ingredient in herbal cosmetics.
