Holy basil tea, which is also called Tulsi tea, is an herbal tea that has strong antibacterial and antiviral properties. It also has powerful antioxidants that can help strengthen the bodies immune system which can help fend off certain diseases and other airborne germs.
Holy basil is one of those herbal teas that you have to develop a taste for. It is described as having a hot spicy taste that is similar to that of cloves.
Holy basil or Tulsi, is an herb that is native to India, and grown in most Indian gardens which is widely used in most Indian cooking.
Sometimes holy basil is mistaken as Thai basil, a distant cousin of this herb. However, Tulsi and Thai basil have different characteristics; holy basil has little hairs on it, where as Thai basil is smooth. Also Thai basil produces a licorice aroma, holy basil has a more hot-spicy smell as does its taste.
Holy basil is regarded by some to be a kind of "elixir of life" and is also referred to as the "queen of herbs".
Consuming the warm brew of holy basil herbal tea can promote a more balanced metabolism, build stamina, as well as increase mental clarity.
This herbal tea has also shown evidence at relieving stress, and offers the body an intake of vitamins and minerals. It is also caffeine free, so it can be enjoyed before bedtime without the worry of keeping one up.
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