Tulsi: The Ancient Herb Modern Science Can't Ignore - AI Podcast

Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

Briana Mercola

Health & Fitness, Health, Alternative Health

4.6 • 1.5K Ratings

🗓️ 17 June 2025

⏱️ 8 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Story at-a-glance

Tulsi, or holy basil, has been used for over 3,000 years in Ayurvedic medicine to treat infections, fevers, and respiratory conditions, and promote overall vitality and balance
Modern studies show tulsi supports stress recovery, lowers cortisol, improves memory, and boosts focus, with noticeable benefits in just weeks of consistent use
Tulsi helps shield your body from toxic exposures like pesticides, radiation, and heavy metals by activating antioxidant enzymes and supporting liver detox pathways
Tulsi supports immune health by improving macrophage activity, natural killer cell function, and immune signaling, even under high stress or chronic inflammation
You can reap the benefits by drinking tulsi tea or taking supplements, but make sure to take caution if you’re taking medications, pregnant, or breastfeeding, unless advised by a healthcare provider

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	Welcome to Dr. Mercola's cellular wisdom. Stay informed with quick, easy-to-listen
0:06.1	summaries of our latest articles, perfect for when you're on the go. No reading required.
0:10.8	Subscribe for free at Mercola.com for the latest health insights.
0:14.9	Have you ever paused to ask why your stress lingers, your focus slips, or your immune strength
0:20.7	waivers, even when you
0:21.9	think you're doing everything right. Welcome to Dr. Mercola's cellular wisdom. I'm Ethan Foster,
0:27.5	and today you'll learn how Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, has earned its reputation as a daily
0:33.8	ally for stress relief, metabolic balance, and cellular defense, all backed by modern
0:40.1	science.
0:41.1	I'm Alara Sky, and I'll walk you through the details behind those benefits.
0:45.4	Tulsi has woven its way through Ayurvedic households for more than 3,000 years, treating
0:50.3	coughs, fevers, digestive troubles, and even spiritual distress. Its staying power rests on
0:56.6	five bioactive compounds, eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, apigenin, and linelul that provide
1:04.7	antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory support directly to you.
1:10.1	That history sets the stage, but listeners want
1:13.2	evidence. What do the most rigorous studies reveal about Tulsi's ability to regulate stress?
1:18.0	A six-week double-blind placebo-controlled trial showed that participants taking Tulsi extract
1:23.5	had measurably lower cortisol, better sleep, less anxiety, improved focus, and higher energy.
1:30.9	Those results were achieved without sedating side effects because Tulsi modulates serotonin and
1:35.9	Gaba, helping you stay calm yet alert. Beyond cortisol, blood sugar, and cholesterol shape daily energy.
1:46.6	How effective is Tulsi on those fronts?
1:53.9	Human trials consistently demonstrate lower fasting blood glucose, reduced HBA 1C, and improved lipid profiles in people who supplement with Tulsi. These metabolic shifts arrive within weeks
	...

Transcript will be available on the free plan in 14 days. Upgrade to see the full transcript now.

Next episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Briana Mercola, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Briana Mercola and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.