Holy Basil Tea


Holy Basil Tea

holy basil tea

Holy basil, or tulsi, is a revered herb in the Ayurveda medicine tradition believed to clear the aura and open up the heart and mind. Holy basil is especially called for when there is difficult breathing and cough. The dried leaves of holy basil make a mellow tasting tea that is light, spicy but cool, with an enticing undertone of cloves.

Ingredients:
Holy Basil *
Variations:Holy basil combines well with ginger or a pinch of black pepper. Sweeten with honey.
Recipe Instructions: Herbal Tea :Use 1 tsp. of dried herb to each cup water and drink 3 cups a day. Holy basil is a safe herb, so you can increase the dosage until you get the results you are looking for. If you experience any digestive upsets, which is unlikely, reduce the dosage.
Source: Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa & Michael Tierra. "Ayurvedic Herbs, The Way Of ". Lotus Press, 2008

Tags and Uses for this Remedy

  • Asthma : There are many old fashioned home remedies that help asthmatics breathe easier. You need look no further than the kitchen. Garlic, onions and coffee have been shown to help ease breathing in asthma.
  • Ayurvedic :Ayurveda, the ancient medical system of India, is a holistic system that encompasses the healing of the body, mind and spirit through diet, lifestyle and cleansing.
  • Herbal Teas :Herbal Tea - This method is commonly referred to as a standard brew., or herbal infusion. Herbal tea making is just as much of an art as it is a science
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