Tulsi · Ocimum sanctum
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum / Ocimum tenuiflorum, also called Tulsi) is an Ayurvedic adaptogen herb. Used for centuries in India for stress reduction, mental clarity, and general health. Active compounds include eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, and various essential oils.
Starting dose. 300-600mg — Standardized extract
Morning and/or evening.
Start here. Every protocol below is ordered lowest-first. Begin at the smallest effective dose, hold about a week to assess tolerance, and step up only if needed.
Holy Basil has multiple adaptogenic mechanisms:
Reduces stress-induced cortisol elevation; HPA axis adaptogen.
Eugenol and ursolic acid inhibit COX-2 and NF-κB - mechanism for anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing effects.
High flavonoid content; supports glutathione system.
Some clinical trials show modest fasting glucose reduction, possibly via insulin sensitization.
Reduced anxiety scores in clinical trials, mechanism likely involves GABAergic and serotonergic modulation.
Traditional anti-infective use supported by in vitro data.
Days 1-7: subtle calming effect.
Weeks 2-4: peak adaptogen effects.
Long-term: continuous use traditional.
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Evidence boundary from the checked abstract: Holy basil is a promising therapeutic agent for managing and treating bacterial pneumonia based on its potency.
Holy basil is a promising therapeutic agent for managing and treating bacterial pneumonia based on its potency.
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Dose/route: 300-600mg standardized extract; Oral capsule, powder, or tea; 1-3x daily. No checked live PubMed abstract verified this exact displayed dose, route, and frequency for the same molecule/formulation and relevant population.
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Variable by component
Hours plasma; cumulative adaptogen effects over weeks
Oral moderate
Daily dosing for sustained effects
Hepatic
Storage. Capsule/powder/tea. Cool dry location.
Dietary supplement (US, DSHEA). Traditional medicine in India.
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