Evidence supporting the use of: Holy Basil
For the body system: Adrenal Medulla

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum, also known as Tulsi) is an herb widely used in Ayurvedic medicine for its adaptogenic properties, which traditionally are believed to help the body adapt to stress. While the term "adrenal medulla" refers specifically to the inner part of the adrenal gland, which produces catecholamines like adrenaline and noradrenaline, there is no direct traditional reference to Holy Basil targeting this specific anatomical component. However, Holy Basil is traditionally used to alleviate stress and promote balance in the body's stress response, which indirectly involves adrenal function. The historical evidence is primarily based on Ayurveda, which describes Tulsi as a "rasayana" (rejuvenative), helping with stress and fatigue.

Scientific studies have examined Holy Basil’s ability to modulate stress responses, reduce anxiety, and lower stress hormone levels, but these studies are generally focused on systemic stress adaptation rather than specific action on the adrenal medulla. Overall, while traditional use supports Holy Basil as an adaptogen for general stress and resilience (which may involve the adrenal system as a whole), there is limited evidence, either traditional or scientific, directly linking Holy Basil to specific support of the adrenal medulla. Thus, its use in this context is justified primarily by traditional adaptogenic claims, with only indirect or limited scientific support.

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