Holy Basil
Other names
basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf extract
biodynamic & organic holy basil
certified organic holy basil
certified organic holy basil dried leaf liquid extract
certified organic holy basil ext.
certified organic holy basil extract
certified organic holy basil extractives
certified organic holy basil (ocimum sanctum) extract
certified organic vana holy basil (ocimum sp.) dried leaf liquid extract
east indian basil
fermented holy basil
fermented holy basil extract
fresh holy basil herb extract
holixer
holy basil
holy basil 2.5% extract
holy basil 2% extract
holy basil aerial extract
holy basil aerial parts extract
holy basil aerial parts, leaf extract
{holy basil} blend
holy basil co2 supercritical extract
holy basil concentrate
holy basil, concentrate
holy basil essential oil extract
holy basil ext.
holy basil {extract}
holy basil extract
holy basil extract 4:1
holy basil extract blend
holy basil extract, fresh
holy basil extractives
holy basil extract, powder
holy basil, fermented
holy basil, freeze-dried
holy basil, freeze-dried, fresh
holy basil, fresh
holy basil fruit extract
holy basil herb 10:1 extract
holy basil herb 5:1 extract
holy basil herb extract
holy basil herb extract, fresh
holy basil herb (ocimum tenuiflorum) extract
holy basil hydroethanolic acid and supercritical extracts
holy basil hydroethanolic extract
holy basil leaf
holy basil (leaf) 10:1 extract
holy basil leaf 10:1 extract
holy basil leaf 2.5% extract
holy basil leaf 2% extract
holy basil (leaf) 5:1 concentrate
holy basil leaf co2 supercritical extract
holy basil (leaf) concentrate
holy basil leaf concentrate
holy basil leaf ethanol extract
holy basil (leaf) extract
holy basil leaf extract
holy basil leaf extract, dry
holy basil leaf extract, dry, raw
holy basil leaf extract, fermented
holy basil leaf extract powder
holy basil leaf extract, powder
holy basil leaf, hydro-ethanol extract
holy basil (leaf) hydroethanolic extract
holy basil leaf hydroethanolic extract
holy basil leaf juice
holy basil (leaf) (ocimum tenuiflorum) extract
holy basil leaf (ocimum tenuiflorum & gratissimum) extract
holy basil leaf powder
holy basil leaf powdered extract
holy basil leaf pwd
holy basil (leaf) steam-distilled extract
holy basil leaf supercritical co2 extract
holy basil (leaf) supercritical extract
holy basil leaf supercritical extract
holy basil leaves extract
holy basil leaves extract & holy basil leaves powder blend
holy basil leaves powder
holy basil liquid extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) herb extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf 8:1 extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) (leaf) hydroethanolic extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf oil
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf powder
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf steam-distilled extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf supercritical co2 extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) (leaf) supercritical extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf supercritical extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum l.) extract
holy basil (ocimum sanctum l.) leaf extract
holy basil (ocimum santum) leaf extract
holy basil (ocimum tenuiflorum) herb essential oil
holy basil (ocimum tenuiflorum) leaf extract
holy basil (ociumum sanctum) extract
holy basil peel extract
holy basil powder
holy basil, powder
holy basil standardized extract
holy basil std. ext.
holy basil std. extract
holy basil supercritical co2 extract
holy basil supercritical extract
holy basil (tulsi) extract
holy basil whole herb extract
holy basil (whole plant) extract
holy basil whole plant extract
krishna tulsi
krishna tulsi, powder
krishna tulsi variety
krishna variety
ocibest
ocibest holy basil extract
ocibest holy basil (ocimum tenuiflorum) extract
ocimum africanum, fresh
ocimum gratissimum
ocimum sanctum
ocimum sanctum aerial part supercritical extract
ocimum sanctum berry extract
ocimum sanctum extract
ocimum sanctum extract, fresh
ocimum sanctum, fermented
ocimum sanctum, freeze-dried, fresh
ocimum sanctum herb extract
ocimum sanctum leaf extract
ocimum sanctum leaf extract powder
ocimum sanctum leaf extract, powder
ocimum sanctum leaf hydroethanolic extract
ocimum sanctum leaf supercritical extract
ocimum sanctum powder
ocimum sanctum, powder
ocimum spp.
ocimum tenuiflorum
ocimum tenuiflorum aerial extract
ocimum tenuiflorum aerial parts extract
ocimum tenuiflorum extract
ocimum tenuiflorum, fermented
ocimum tenuiflorum flower extract
ocimum tenuiflorum herb extract
ocimum tenuiflorum leaf extract
ocimum tenuiflorum leaf extract, dry
ocimum tenuiflorum leaf extract, dry, raw
ocimum tenuiflorum leaf extract, fermented
ocimum tenuiflorum, powder
ocimum tenuiflorum seed extract
ociumum sanctum extract
organic east indian basil
organic fermented holy basil extract
organic fermented tulsi (holy basil) blend
organic holy basil
organic holy basil (aerial) extract
organic holy basil extract
organic holy basil extract 2.5%
organic holy basil extract powder
organic holy basil leaf extract
organic holy basil leaf (ocimum sanctum) extract
organic holy basil leaf (ocimum tenuiflorum linn.) standardized supercritical co2 extract
organic holy basil leaf powder
organic holy basil (leaves) extract
organic holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf extract
organic holy basil (ocimum sanctum) leaf powder
organic holy basil (ocimum tenuiflorum) co2 extract
organic holy basil (ocimum tenuiflorum) hydroethanolic extract
organic holy basil powder
organic holy basil standardized supercritical co2 extract
organic krishna tulsi
organic ocimum sanctum
organic ocimum sanctum extract
organic orgen-n holy basil extract
organic rama tulsi
organic sacred basil
organic tulsi
organic tulsi blend
organic tulsi (holy basil) blend
organic vana tulsi
rama tulsi
rama tulsi, powder
rama tulsi variety
rama variety
sacred basil
superpure holy basil leaf co2/h2o extract
superpure holy basil leaf extract
trinity blend
tulasi
tulasi essential oil
tulasi extract
tulasi leaf essential oil
tulasi leaf powder extract
tulasi plant extract
tulasi root essential oil
tulasi root extract
tulasi root extract powder
tulsi
tulsi berry, leaf extract
tulsi blend
tulsi ext.
tulsi extract
tulsi extract powder
tulsi herb extract
tulsi (holy basil) extract
tulsi (holy basil) leaf and tops essential oil
tulsi krishna, powder
tulsi leaf extract
tulsi leaf powder
tulsi leaves
tulsi plant essential oil
tulsi powder
tulsi, powder
vana holy basil leaf extract, dry
vana tulsi
vana tulsi variety
whole spectrum holy basil leaf extract
Synopsis
History
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum), also known as Tulsi, has been cherished for centuries in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine, especially across India and Southeast Asia. Revered as a sacred herb, Holy Basil holds a unique place in cultural and medicinal practices due to its adaptogenic, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Historically, it has been used to promote longevity, enhance resilience to stress, and support the immune system. Ancient remedies often involved brewing Tulsi leaves into teas or decoctions to alleviate common ailments such as colds, coughs, respiratory disorders, and digestive complaints. The herb was also applied topically to heal wounds and skin infections, thanks to its natural antiseptic qualities.
Holy Basil is frequently featured in herbal combinations, synergistically blended with other botanicals to amplify health benefits. In Ayurveda, Tulsi is commonly combined with ginger, turmeric, and licorice root to create powerful tonics that balance the body's doshas and improve overall vitality. These blends are believed to enhance immunity, reduce inflammation, and support mental clarity. Tulsi's remarkable versatility allows it to complement both calming and invigorating herbs, making it a staple in adaptogenic formulas designed to combat stress and fatigue. Its positive contributions to holistic wellness have made Holy Basil a beloved ingredient, both as a standalone remedy and as an essential part of multi-herb preparations.
Traditional and scientific validation
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum or Ocimum tenuiflorum), also known as Tulsi, has been revered in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries as an adaptogen—a substance believed to help the body adapt to stress and promote balance. Traditionally, Holy Basil has been used to support the immune system, enhance resilience to physical and emotional stress, and promote longevity.
Modern scientific research has begun to explore and validate these traditional uses. Preclinical studies have demonstrated Holy Basil’s antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. Some clinical studies suggest that Holy Basil may help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. For example, a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial published in 2008 found that participants taking Holy Basil extract reported significant improvements in stress-related symptoms compared to placebo. Other studies have indicated potential benefits for blood glucose regulation and lipid profiles, making Holy Basil of interest in metabolic health research.
While these findings are promising, the number of high-quality human studies remains limited, and larger, well-controlled clinical trials are needed to confirm these effects and determine optimal dosages. Nonetheless, Holy Basil’s long history of safe use, coupled with emerging scientific evidence, highlights its potential as a supportive ingredient in nutritional products aimed at stress management and overall wellness.
Uses: Health Conditions
Abuse and Trauma (Traditional)
Abdominal Pain (Traditional)
Adrenal Fatigue (Traditional)
Acid Indigestion (Traditional)
Addictions (general remedies for) (Traditional)
Addictions (sugar or refined carbohydrates) (Traditional)
Addictions (tobacco smoking or chewing) (Traditional)
Anxiety (Traditional)
Anxiety Disorders (Traditional)
Arthritis (Traditional)
Asthma (Traditional)
Blood Clots (prevention of) (Traditional)
Bronchitis (Traditional)
Cancer (natural therapy for) (Traditional)
Cancer (prevention) (Traditional)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects) (Traditional)
Cholesterol (high) (Traditional)
Circulation (poor) (Traditional)
Cold Sores (Traditional)
Colds (general) (Traditional)
Colds (prevention) (Traditional)
Congestion (sinus) (Traditional)
Congestive Heart Failure (Traditional)
Constipation (adults) (Traditional)
Constipation (children) (Traditional)
Cough (general) (Traditional)
Cough (dry) (Traditional)
Cough (spastic) (Traditional)
Depression (Traditional)
Diabetes (Traditional)
Digestion (poor) (Traditional)
Fatigue (Traditional)
Fever (Traditional)
Free Radical Damage (Traditional)
Gastritis (Traditional)
Headache (general) (Traditional)
Headache (tension) (Traditional)
Heart (weakness) (Traditional)
Hypertension (Traditional)
Inflammation (Traditional)
Insomnia (Traditional)
Body Systems
Adrenal Cortex (Traditional)
Adrenal Glands (Scientific)
Adrenal Medulla (Traditional)
Blood (Traditional)
Brain (Traditional)
Circulatory System (Traditional)
Cortisol (Scientific)
Digestive System (Traditional)
Gastrointestinal Tract (Traditional)
Glandular System (Traditional)
Heart (Traditional)
Hepatic System (Traditional)
Hypothalamus (Traditional)
Immune System (Traditional)
Intestinal System (Traditional)
Liver (Traditional)
Lungs (Traditional)
Mucus Membranes (Traditional)
Nerves (Traditional)
Pancreas Head (Traditional)
Parasympathetic Nervous System (Traditional)
Respiratory System (Traditional)
Skin (Traditional)
Spleen (Traditional)
Stomach (Traditional)
Sympathetic Nervous System (Scientific)
Thyroid Gland (Traditional)
Urinary System (Traditional)
Female Reproductive System (Traditional)