Holy Basil

High Research Quality

Description

Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum), also known as Tulsi, is an adaptogenic herb traditionally used to manage stress and anxiety.

Benefits

Evidence-supported benefits:

Significant reduction in stress and anxiety symptoms

Claimed benefits (insufficient evidence):

Reduced stress and anxiety (claimed)

Improved cognitive function (claimed)

Recommended Usage

300-600 mg daily, standardized extract.

Research Quality

4/5

Strong evidence from multiple high-quality studies.

Research Evidence

Evaluation of adaptogenic and anti-stress effects of Ocimum sanctum2008

Bhattacharyya D, et al.

Methodology

Randomized controlled trial

Participants

35 subjects

Key Outcomes

Reduced anxiety and stress

Bhattacharyya et al. (2008). Nepal Medical College Journal

Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons2014

Cohen MM

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Confirmed adaptogenic and stress-relieving properties

Cohen (2014). Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine

Ocimum sanctum Linn. (Holy Basil) ethanolic leaf extract protects against radiation-induced biochemical alterations in mice2012

Saxena RC, et al.

Methodology

Clinical study

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Demonstrated improved cognitive function and reduced stress

Saxena et al. (2012). Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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