3 MAJOR SIDE EFFECTS OF TULASI(holy basil)

                HELLO GUYS,AS YOU KNOW TAKING OF HOLY BASIL(TULASI) LEAF IS GOOD FOR HEALTH BUT EXCESS OF ANY INTAKE IS BAD FOR HEALTH IN THE SAME WAY IF TULASI LEAF IS IN TAKEN EXCESSIVELY IT MAY CAUSE SOME HEALTH RISKS .SOME OF THE USES AND RISKS OF HOLY BASIL(TULASI) ARE LISTED DOWN 

USES

Why do people take holy basil?

Holy basil has a history of use for treating many diseases and conditions however, quality scientific research is needed to show how holy basil may benefit people is needed:

• The common cold
• Bronchitis
• Earache
• Fever
• Flu
• Some evidence of improvement of energy

It's also been used to try to treat a range of other health concerns, including:

• Increased blood circulation
• Insect bites
• Kidney problems
• Skin problems
• Snake bites
• Stomach problems

In addition, holy basil may be useful:

• As an antioxidant
• For protecting the liver
• For treating lowering blood sugar; in one study, people with diabetes had lower blood sugar while they were taking holy basil.

          THESE ARE SOME OF THE USES

Can you get holy basil naturally from foods?

Holy basil leaves, which have a spicy, lemony flavor, are used widely in food in Southeast Asia, such as in Thai stir-fried dishes.

                                                                      

What are the risks of taking holy basil?

Side effects. May causelow blood sugar. Research on animals shows that holy basil may:

• Cause  low blood sugar (animals and humans)
• Promote bleeding
• Decrease fertility

           Risks. Avoid using holy basil if you're allergic or sensitive to it or members of the Lamiaceae (mint) plant family. Side effects of holy basil also include upset stomach.

  You should be cautious about using holy basil if you:

• Have low blood sugar
• Are trying to get pregnant
• Take anticoagulant (blood-thinning) drugs

Tulasi contains eugenol, a substance also found in the essential oil of cloves and balsam of Peru. While small amounts of tulsi may prevent toxin-induced damage to the liver, in greater amounts eugenol may cause liver damage. Overdose is also possible, causing symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat, or convulsions.