It generally happens that you are hesitant to use home-based remedies. But do you know that in several cases, home remedies are effective? Illnesses in which home remedies are useful are viral and flu.
Tulsi also called the Holy Basil, is a vital part of home remedies. Whereas Tulsi has special religious importance, it also has magical medicinal qualities. In Ayurveda, the bitter and slightly astringent Tulsi leaves are the best anti-biotics found in nature.
They are one of the commonly used ingredients in several Indian home remedies such as Kaadha and chest balm.
Today, Delhi based Nutritionist and Dietician Avni Kaul shares ways to use Tulsi to boost immunity and stay away from the flu and virus.
Chewing Raw Tulsi Leaves
Fresh raw Tulsi leaves are considered as an adaptogen or anti-stress agent. It has been seen that chewing about 10 Tulsi leaves on a regular basis assists keep blood pressure under control and prevents stress. It purifies your blood and helps prevent various common elements.
Tulsi Water
It is a mixture of fresh Tulsi leaves, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom. All you have to do is boil them together in water and strain. Drinking 1/4th cup of this water regularly helps in recovering from malaria and dengue.
Juice Made From Tulsi And Ajwain
This herbal juice is a combination of fresh Tulsi leaves, Ajwain, cumin, mango powder, Pudina and salt which are boiled together in water for 10 minutes. It can be consumed warm or at room temperature and supports in recovering from dehydration.
Tulsi Tea
Prepared with Tulsi leaves, jaggery, lemon juice, and water, this caffeine-free drink has a sweet after taste and is great for digestion and has anti-bacterial components that keep you safe from seasonal flu and virus. Ensure that you have it warm for the best results.
Juice
The fresh Tulsi juice is a wonderful remedy for eye disorders like sore eyes and night-blindness, which is usually caused by the deficiency of vitamin A. It is suggested to put 1 drop of black basil juice in the eyes regularly at bedtime for effective results.
