Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) or Tulsi is a shrub that is commonly found in tropical countries. In India, it is known as a holy plant, which is why, its two kinds (the Lakshmi tulsi and the Krishna tulsi) are named after Hindu Gods.
It is considered a holy plant because of the belief that it can cure many health and fertility problems. It has anti-microbial, antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic and anti-viral effects. It is used to cure common colds, sore throat, flu and other respiratory problems, such as bronchitis and asthma.
Holy basil is also used for detoxification. Therefore, it helps boost immunity, promotes healthy skin and hair and helps ease digestion.
Many studies show that holy basil helps neutralize the production of the hormones, especially that of the men. In fact, it is used in many Southeast Asian countries as a fertility herb. It does not only increase the production of testosterone but it also acts as an aphrodisiac.
Because of the anti-carcinogenic effect of the herb, it is being studied by researchers, in order to know whether it might help in lowering the risk of prostate cancer.
Does it cure Man Boobs?
Man boobs or gynecomastia is the enlargement of the male’s breast. Most man boobs are considered benign. However, if the breasts secretes milk-like fluids or causes extreme pain, it may be a complication of another medical condition, such as cirrhosis of the liver.
Though it may not be a health concern for many men, it can lower their self-confidence, especially if the man boobs develop during their puberty age.
There are many reasons why a man can develop enlarged breasts. One of the reasons is the sudden decrease of the testosterone level. The testosterone is responsible for increasing the muscle mass, the firming of the muscles, the growth of hair on the chest and chin of men. Basically, testosterone makes the men MEN.
The testosterone level should be directly proportional to the level of the estrogen, which is the female hormone. When the testosterone lowers, the body is inclined to produce more estrogen. Estrogen helps women develop breasts. If the increase of estrogen is not countered by medication, diet or exercise, it may cause enlargement of breast in men.
If the gynecomastia is caused by the drop of testosterone level and the increase of estrogen, the remedy for it is to reverse the level of the hormones. This is where holy basil or tulsi becomes useful.
Many researches had proven that holy basil or tulsi significantly increases the testosterone level of males. It is effective in increasing the testosterone level that it can even increase the fertility of men by at least 15 percent. With the increase of the testosterone, it will be easier for men to reduce the enlargement and tenderness of their breast by exercising or toning the muscle.
Though some studies suggest that holy basil is an effective cure for gynecomastia, regardless of what may have caused it, it may not medically cure malignant causes of man boobs. Thus, men are still advised to have their man boobs be examined by doctors to know its real cause and to receive proper medication, if it is malignant.
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