Holy Basil: The Sacred Herb of Ayurveda

[@Bio-basti28]

I am a smoker and it helps me to relieve the mucus from that. It triggers coughing and cleaning the lungs

[@geodegroot8310]

This is a touch on the medicinal, spiritual, and neuronal properties of Holy basil. I have found these anecdotal properties to be true, especially mouth health. Inspired by these stories, I have dusted off a container of Tulsi seeds from my own garden from 2018, and have found them totally viable and growing with vigor. How many seeds do That in an open container!!!

[@enadunatov5249]

I like how it is described as fire element plant, that already tells me a lot. I read that it calms you down, before trying it out, and didn't know it was a stimulant. I was suprised that I felt energised and uplifted, instead of calm. On the first day, I added tulsi powder in my tea, half of the recommended dose, but on the fifth day I got really dizzy. Did anyone else got dizzy? I have really low blood pressure all my life and high anxiety, does that affect things? I wonder who to ask these things usually, regarding different adaptogens and similar..?

[@LPSElixirOfficial]

Please do more videos on plants like this that are native to tropical and subtropical regions - these videos are so valuable

[@jamesjones7138]

Other plants I have seen mentioned in the Insulin resistance context are Panax quinquefolius, Gynostemma pentaphyllum and Pfaffia paniculata; a.k.a -American ginseng root, Jiaogulan and Suma root.

[@hammersaw3135]

I find it combined with rose and/or chamomile in a tea, eases pain after a long stressful day, helps with sleeping and relaxation. I prefer the effects of Tulsi to those of Lemon Balm, though both are great. Lemon Balm tends to be an aggressive invader in the herb garden. Holy Basil is not as invasive, at least in cooler climates.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Sounds great!❤

[@Yaman608]

The flowers are very sweet tasting imo

[@isabelladavis1363]

Without a doubt my favorite herb in the garden…the first week in November and I have one that is four feet around as well as tall… oh the taste and fragrance … none compares… thank you for sharing … stay blessed

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Such a great herb!

[@camis3441]

I just started studying more into herbalism and came across your videos and I love that you add planets and chakras to the plant properties and how they relate because I've been doing my own research on it before I found your video and I feel like you're right not many people add that to the herbal studies and I love that your doing that. Especially bc i also thnk it plays a big part in it as far as healing. Looking forward to learning more from your school! Thank you for the insight

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Thank you very much❤

[@krisandigonzales594]

Amazing! I was drinking it for the first time. I stumbled on your video. What a very informative video. I learned alot. Thank you Sir.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Glad you enjoyed it!💚💚

[@jojow8416]

I dearly appreciate all your teachings. Blessing to you for taking the time to share your encyclopedia of knowledge with us. God Bless you and keep radiating your brilliant light.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

You are very welcome❤

[@jodeemonckton1251]

I’ve tried holy basil once but I failed. I want to try it again. Thanks for the great info on it it really spins amazing. 😊

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

You are so welcome!❤

[@hammersaw3135]

I agree with the bit at the end about it being similar to Yarrow.

[@sitstillstfu]

Youre so true on adaptogens. They gon learn today

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@GoodBeets4ME]

Wonderful Plant. Wonderful teaching. Thank you, Sajah!

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

You are so welcome!❤

[@juliealtmann1968]

When you were talking about the “uplifting” effect on the nervous system, a word that came to me was nervous system refresher/revitalizer! Like when you feel refreshed and revitalized after a good nap or restful sleep :) Great episode, thank you Sajah!

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@Original_Flanno]

I've been loving Tulsi! I got some Tulsi tea recently on a whim and it's been providing a lot of relief while I try to pull out of a rut after going through some prolonged stress. Is there an issue with drinking it every day?

[@Karinda22]

Thank you for the brilliant video & monograph! Amazing as always. Tulsi is definitely one of my favourites that keeps calling me back.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@JRESHOW]

Sipping some holy as I watch this. Do you recommend drying the leaves first or using them freshly picked? Also, any videos on making a tincture with holy?

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Great question. I generally prefer to use fresh💚

[@nicolephillips9991]

I am really enjoying this video series. I went out after this and harvested all the holy basil I was sort of ignoring, even if it was a little past time. Thank you!

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Great to hear!💚💚💚

[@sandrabales9507]

I like to take it at bed time Great video...

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Thank you💚

[@hilarystewart366]

Beautiful! Tulsi is such a friend!

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

It really is!❤

[@HaileyVanselow]

Great video!! Just subscribed

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Thank you❤️

[@jensanborn689]

Thank you. Your videos are really helpful, easy to understand, and enjoyable.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Glad you like them!❤

[@beavischrist5]

I love holy basil😊 The indian reishi. Pitty that for example gaia herbs holy basil becomed so expensive 😢.

[@brentlong2707]

Love the very well rounded approach to your teachings. This is super helpful! I was wondering how would you describe the smell as compared to other herbs or foods? Pungent and slightly sweet for sure but when I smell this plants, its a bit transcendent to just about anything else I can think of.. reminds me of bubblegum in a way but I havent had bubblegum in ages so idk.. its certainly explosively floral but in a way that makes me think of candy.

[@cindymiller2730]

Me too! I was just telling my husband this the other day! It's almost like a bit of Ylang-Ylang and a tiny bit of licorice. So hard to put my finger on it exactly. I just love this plant so much.

[@jameskeskimaki3132]

Hey guys I was curious what you think of Tulsi, Temperate - Holy Basil (Ocimum africanum)? It seems like most folks grow and use this variety in the US. I have grown this and also started some seeds this year of Tulsi Rama (Ocimum sanctum). Let us know of any of the differences you have experienced please. Great video thanks

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@leekosub1196]

Can you say more about 'spojuric essence' ? Not sure I spelled that correctly! 😊

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Hey there! We have a post about it here: naturasophiaspagyrics.com/pages/the-spagyric-process

[@RealZayComo]

Hello, does holy basil affect the thyroid negatively? 🙏

[@emilywilkins7200]

love this herb so much and love how much thought and effort you put forth into your content! Thank you as always

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Glad you enjoy it!❤

[@conniecasas4955]

Gracias, muchas gracias!

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@ninabilynsky-ristics2400]

you've mentioned in numerous videos that you recommend producing a tincture of fresh herbs over drying them. do you have any suggestions for how to do this if you are a person who does not consume alcohol? I know that oxymels work with certain plants, but my understanding is that vinegar may neutralize the medicinal properties of some plants.

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Great question. You could also use glycerin!

[@bppvids2029]

@@EvolutionaryHerbalism word. ty!

[@ninabilynsky-ristics2400]

hi again, I have a follow up Q. is there a rule of thumb for glycerite ratios and or technique? I've seen recommendations for doing 60% glycerin 40% decoction, for letting the jar of glycerite steep in warm water versus the old school method of letting it sit for a few weeks. it's a bit confusing. can you point me towards a reliable resource?

[@amandaburrows4162]

How often can you safely use Tulsi? I know it is a pretty safe herb. Is it okay to use it on a daily basis?

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Yes it's safe to use daily💚

[@ThuLe-eh1xe]

You said that tulsi is warming. So, if i am pitta, hot in the body, j should not drink tulsi tea? Thank you.

[@MichiganDaisy-1111]

"Holy Basil activate!" 😅💯💚🙏

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

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[@lauraolsen6030]

What does it mean if Holy Basil smells really revolting to me?

[@tommyprince9931]

your Tulsi is pungent? Mine smells like double bubble gum, the pink stuff that had a lame joke wrapper, is it even around anymore? The bees sure love it.

[@kellebelle324]

Hahah, was that a goat bleating at 6:06 after you mentioned goat’s rue?

[@sweetpeanmolly]

Would you recommend making a tincture out of this?

[@EvolutionaryHerbalism]

Yep, tincture of tea💚