Holy Basil Tea

As an adaptogen, holy basil increases the organism’s resilience and helps it adapt to the stress of day to day life. It keeps corticosterone levels low and reduces the harmful effects of stress such as memory loss, sleep disturbances, headaches, sexual dysfunction, and irritable bowel syndrome. Holy basil increases energy and vitality while reducing anxiety, fatigue, and symptoms of mild depression. It improves memory and cognitive functions and protects against memory loss due to aging. Ocimum sanctum has a calming effect that promotes clarity of mind and opens the individual to relaxation and calm. It brings a feeling of well-being and joy. As a warming digestive tonic, holy basil soothes gas, spasms, colic, bloating, and nausea. It reduces stomach acid and increases production of the productive mucus of the stomach.

Contra-indications: None known!