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Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons

Cohen, M.M. · Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine · 2014

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This review of tulsi (Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum) summarises its broad therapeutic actions, including adaptogenic (anti-stress), anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, antimicrobial and metabolic effects, supporting its traditional Ayurvedic use as 'a herb for all reasons'.

Referenced for these plants

Holy BasilSacred basilTulsiOcimum tenuiflorum

How to cite

Cohen, M.M (2014) 'Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons', Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 5(4), pp. 251-259. doi:10.4103/0975-9476.146554

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