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Meet the herb
Benefits
Adaptogen: Holy basil is an adaptogen which supports the body's resilience to stress. Studies have found supplementation with holy basil decreases stress hormone levels, lower levels are associated with improved mood and decreased anxiety (1).
Respiratory health: In traditional systems of medicine, holy basil is considered a beneficial respiratory, anti-inflammatory and expectorant herb, good for relieving congestion and postnasal drip.
Anti-microbial: Holy basil has demonstrated antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties (2).
Cognitive support: Holy basil use has been associated with improved mental clarity and memory. It has also been shown to have anti-anxiety properties (3). One study found that adults who took holy basil regularly for 15 days experienced a boost in cognitive function compared to participants who were given a placebo (4).
Key actives
Holy basil contains ocimumosides which have anti-stress properties (6).
Scientific studies have shown that eugenol is another compound that helps to combat stress and enhance mental clarity (7). It has also been said to elevate mood and spirit.
It is also rich in triterpenoids which can improve the body's response to stress.
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References
1: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22455995/
2: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4296439/
3: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5376420/
4: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26571987/
5: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874111003485
6: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17850106/
7: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3109/10253890.2010.521602