Want to stay in shape? Start having Tulsi Water every morning | The Times of India (2024)

Tulsi is a traditional healing herb. Most of us have grown up seeing a sacred Tulsi plant in our households but what if we tell you, the benefits it offers for your health are even more sacrosanct?

Known as Holy Basil in English, Tulsi is more than just a flavouring in your cup of chai. Tulsi has so many health benefits to offer, it is often called the ‘Golden remedy of Ayurveda’. Consumed daily as Tulsi water, it can offer wonderful health benefits for your body. We tell you 4 such benefits

We don't need to tell you the benefits of starting your day on a fresh note. Having tulsi water, first thing in the morning can flush out toxins and germs right away and ensure digestive ailments are kept away. Tulsi leaves have medicinal benefits which clean out your stomach naturally. Basil also contains active antioxidants which smoothen out the body's digestive organs and help detox, stimulate and recharge your body functioning.

Holy Basil contains strong expectorant and antitussive properties, which work from the root to get rid of phlegm, irritants and suppress the cough, thereby treating chronic respiratory problems. Tulsi water also contains several anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory properties which can take care of cold and related infections.

Studies have shown that regular intake of tulsi water can act as an antidote for stress-related disorders and improve brain function. This is because tulsi helps counter metabolic stress levels in the body, normalizes external contributors like blood glucose and pressure which contribute to stress. What it also does is boost your brainpower by stimulating memory and cognition, thereby, aiding stress management. A happy, well-charged brain can not just make you live longer, but it also counters stress from the root.

There's another benefit to having tulsi water every day. This simple drink can act as a metabolism-boosting drink for your waistline. Tulsi leaves contain natural chemicals which interact with the digestive enzymes and juices, helping cut out fat from the root. Regular consumption of the drink can also take care of mismanaged cholesterol levels, another contributor to obesity. Having this drink every day can keep problems related to weight gain at bay.

Now that we have explained to you the many benefits of this simple two-ingredient wonder, you can start having this drink right away. Boil 2 cups of water in a pan and to this, add a few leaves to it. Allow the concoction to simmer for 3-4 minutes. Turn off the flame, transfer the drink and let it cool. Once ready, you can have your drink warm or cool, depending on your liking.

You can also choose to have tulsi leaves in their powdered form or the tablets. But, the benefits are best guaranteed when you have it in its natural form!