In the Know
Touted as miraculous
, and known to have been worshipped in India for thousands of years, Holy Basil
, also known as Tulsi
,
is likely one of the most beneficial herbs available for human
consumption. Ayurvedic medicine enlists holy basil for a plethora of
health and spiritual concerns, from colds and flu, to fortifying one’s
powers to protect and purify. How much is myth and how much is truth
becomes irrelevant once you experience the sublime results of drinking a
cup of Buddha Teas Holy Basil Tea
. What Exactly is Holy Basil?
In Hinduism, the Tulsi plant, or Holy Basil, is deemed the most
sacred of plants, and is thought of as the physical manifestation of the
goddess, Tulsi. In traditional Hindu homes, Tulsi is centrally planted
inside courtyards. As Tulsi is considered to both spiritually protect
and physically heal, one can easily understand the significance given to
this remarkable herb. Interesting Notes About Holy Basil Holy Basil
is considered an adaptogen
: “ any of various natural substances used in herbal medicine to normalize and regulate the systems of the body
.”
(Dictionary.com) Adaptogens are a special category of healing plants;
they are meant to help balance and restore the body. Though there are
various popular adaptogens utilized in the growing field of alternative
medicine, holy basil is a super power, and often deployed by Ayruvedic
practitioners to combat the damage accrued by living with the everyday
stresses of life. What Does Buddha Teas Holy Basil Tea Taste Like?
If you imagine your Buddha Teas Holy Basil Tea
is going to taste like a cup of pesto, you would be wrong. Far from the savory Italian yumminess
of a pasta sauce, our Holy Basil Tea spreads across your mouth like a
slightly sweet, somewhat spicy surprise. Hints of clove, and a windswept
pirouette through earthiness, we find the taste grounding, yet
elevating. A truly well-rounded tea experience, we think you’ll agree
one sip of Buddha Teas Holy Basil Tea
will elevate the moment, and leave you wanting more.
Why choose Buddha Teas?
What sets us apart from other tea companies? We start with a
philosophy of living in harmony with nature, not using it for profit.
Buddha Teas uses only fresh, pure organic or sustainably wild harvested
ingredients and maintains their natural purity in every tea we sell. We
have also created the "Teas for Trees" campaign, planting 5000 trees a
year to offset the paper use in our tea bags. Each of our tea bags is
bleach-free to eliminate the risk of chemicals, and our boxes are made
from 100% recycled material. When you buy Buddha Teas, you'll enjoy the
fresh, full flavor of a truly natural tea in every sip.
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