Benefits of eating holy basil leaves on an empty stomach
Amplify the health benefits of the holy basil by consuming it first thing in the morning.
Our mothers and their mothers have always preached about the benefits of holy basil, popularly known as tulsi. And they will be proud to note that we are spreading their sayings.
Tulsi is used to add flavour to our daily tea but chewing on the leaves or drinking tulsi flavoured water early in the morning can have many health benefits for your body.
Below are some of those health benefits.
Promotes a healthy digestive system
Eating tulsi first thing in the morning regulates your body’s acidic levels and maintains pH levels, helping you keep your digestive system healthy. It also soothes any indigestion problems you might be facing.
Reduces stress levels
The adaptogen present in tulsi leaves is known to relax your nervous system and improve blood flow, resulting in reduced levels of mental stress.
Cures common cold
Tulsi leaves are packed with anti-microbial properties, which aids in curing a common cold effectively and quickly.
Protects your heart
Studies have shown that holy basil leaves lower the risk of heart diseases. The properties in tulsi help prevent clot formation in arteries, especially in people suffering from hypertension and high blood cholesterol.
Boosts immunity
Tulsi leaves are rich in antioxidants and contain anti-bacterial properties. This helps in fighting infections and bacteria in your body by forming healthy immune cells, which results in an immunity boost.
Fights bad breath
The anti-bacterial properties of tulsi leaves give you a fresher breath. Instead of store-bought toothpaste, many people prefer using tulsi leaves to brush their teeth in the morning.
Prevents liver damage
Tulsi leaves promote the production of healthy enzymes, which removes all metabolic and toxic wastes from your body. This improves your liver functioning significantly.
Aids in weight loss
Studies have found that holy basil leaves can help in the reduction of your weight due to its digestive and cholesterol regulating properties.
If you are unsure how your body will react to consume the leaves, you can start by eating five leaves every second or third day. And later decrease the gap between the days, till you can chew on it every day.
You can either chew on raw leaves or make tulsi tea with a cup of warm water and honey. However, do not eat anything for at least the next 30 minutes.
