A couple of questions

What are the benefits of holy basil tea?

Holy basil contains bioactive compounds like eugenol, camphene, cineole, and camphor that may help to open your airways and improve breathing. These compounds may also have antimicrobial and antiviral activities that help reduce the duration of common cold and flu symptoms.Sep 24, 2020

How often can you drink holy basil tea?

With such a remarkable body of research proving the wide-ranging beneficial properties of holy basil, I consider it wise to include holy basil as an herb for daily use. Making a tea from the herb is a good way to enjoy the benefits—I suggest drinking two to three cups daily for general health support.

Is it safe to drink holy basil tea everyday?

Ayurvedic practitioners recommend drinking holy basil as tea using the leaves. And since it's caffeine-free, it's OK and even recommended to drink daily.

Should I take holy basil at night or morning?

While the recommended daily dosage of Holy Basil is two capsules, I only take one at bedtime to help with sleep. For those with daytime anxiety, the full dosage would probably be more appropriate.

What are the side effects of holy basil?

Side effects of holy basil also include upset stomach. You should be cautious about using holy basil if you: Have low blood sugar. Are trying to get pregnant….Research on animals shows that holy basil may:

  • Cause low blood sugar (animals and humans)
  • Promote bleeding.
  • Decrease fertility.

Is holy basil hard on your liver?

06/7It may cause damage to the liver Tulsi has eugenol, which is also found in cloves and balsam of Peru. While small amounts of eugenol can prevent toxin-induced damage in the liver, too much of it can cause liver damage, nausea, diarrhoea, rapid heartbeat and convulsions.

Is holy basil good for lungs?

Holy basil has diverse actions on the respiratory system. It effectively liquefies the phlegm and is effective for cough due to allergic bronchitis, asthma and eosinophilic lung disease.

What does ashwagandha tea do?

Like many herbal teas, ashwagandha tea may help to reduce inflammation. The root contains anti-inflammatory properties that can protect overall health (8). Inflammation has been shown to naturally relax blood vessels, which can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels to protect heart health (9).