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Tulsi
Tulsi
Low concern
Tulsi is a traditional culinary and herbal-tea ingredient. Limited clinical data; some studies show anti-inflammatory and adaptogenic activity.
Found in
69 products
What it is
Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum, holy basil), an aromatic herb in the mint family.
Culinary herb and ingredient in herbal teas.
Why it's flagged
- limited safety data in pregnancy
- potential hypoglycemic effect at high doses
What regulators actually say
"Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi) has been studied in clinical trials for anti-stress, anti-inflammatory, and metabolic effects with generally favorable safety profile."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Used as a food/herbal ingredient.
European Union — EFSA
Recognized food/herbal ingredient.
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