Basil (tulsi) leaves are known as elixir of life due to their array of healing properties. From warding off some of the most common ailments, strengthening immunity, to fighting bacterial and viral infections-the benefits of tulsi is numerous. This herb is said to improve pancreatic beta-cell function and insulin secretion, and further increases the uptake of glucose by muscle cells. As per a study conducted by Nottingham University, the researchers involved 60 people with type-2 who continued their usual medication throughout the trial. Half lot took 250mg capsules of holy basil per day for up to 90 days. Significantly greater improvements in glucose control occurred in those taking tulsi plus their usual medications. Spikes in blood glucose levels after eating also improved significantly. Tulsi leaves are said to have hypoglycaemic properties, which lower blood sugar levels and help prevent complications of diabetes.
Follow these ways:
You can chew some basil leaves daily.
You can have some tulsi tea daily. Just add a few leaves in boiling water and after about a few minutes, strain the water. And the tea is ready.
Soak some tulsi leaves in water before going to bed and leave it overnight. Drink the tulsi water on an empty stomach in the morning.
You can add some tulsi leaves to your dishes.