Tulsi of basil is known for its incredible medicinal and health benefits. This fragrant herb has great significance in Ayurveda as well. Drinking tulsi water in the morning on an empty stomach is the best way to begin your day. This flushes out the toxins and cleanses the stomach by easing the digestion. Tulsi leaves are loaded with anti oxidants that improve the functioning of the digestive organs. Besides, tulsi water has anti allergic and anti inflammatory properties which help ease cough, cold and other infections.
Studies have revealed that tulsi water could be consumed to keep away stress and improve the brain activities. It also helps improve memory.
The metabolic activities of the body would be improved if tulsi water is consumed daily. This reduces the waist size and helps shed a few kilos. The organic chemical compounds in the tulsi leaves get combined with the digestive enzymes to melt away unwanted fat. It also controls the bad cholesterol which may lead to obesity. The body weight could be significantly reduced by drinking tulsi water daily.
How to prepare tulsi water?
Drop a few tulsi leaves into two cups of boiled water. Boil it further for 2 – 3 minutes over low flame. Allow the tulsi water to cool down. You could drink it after the water has completely cooled down or while it is still warm.
