The
aroma of holy basil, often used as an essential oil, is also said to provide stress relief and a feeling of calm.
Much of the diverse character of this unique chai is derived from generous
amounts of holy basil, an important Ayurvedic herb that is responsible for the sweet floral flavor.
Capsules and tinctures are both available for those needing a stronger dose, but some enjoy simply savoring a warm
cup of holy basil tea a few times a day.
Interestingly, those mice fed a lower dose (50 mg / kg)
of holy basil experienced the biggest improvements in depression and anxiety, suggesting that a little holy basil goes a very long way!
Swiss albino mice were given varying
doses of holy basil and then put through a series of tests designed to induce high levels of anxiety and depression.