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Holy Basil

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Adaptogenic herb (Tulsi) with stress-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and glycemic control properties.

Key Facts

Primary Use
Stress
Evidence Tier
2
Evidence Score
0.50 / 1.00
Typical Dosage
500 mg/day
Plant Family
Lamiaceae

Common Uses

Mechanisms of Action

Safety & Considerations

Contraindications
None documented for general adult use. Consult a clinician if pregnant, nursing, or on medication.
Drug Interactions
No major interactions documented. Always disclose herbal supplements to your prescribing physician.

Conditions Holy Basil May Support

Based on overlap between Holy Basil's documented mechanisms and the biological pathways most often involved in these conditions:

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