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Tulsi Tea Enquiries
What are the health benefits of Tulsi?
Modern scientific research confirms that Tulsi supports in stress management, detoxifies, and provides a rich supply of antioxidants.
How can Tulsi offer so many health benefits?
The unique chemistry of Tulsi is highly complex Tulsi contains hundreds of different beneficial compounds known as phytochemicals. Working together, these compounds possess strong antioxidant,, adaptogenic (anti-stress) and immuno-modulatory properties that promote general health and support the normal bodily functions. The essential oils in the leaves of Tulsi that contribute to the fragrance and refreshing flavour of Tulsi are a particularly rich source of valuable phytochemicals.
What is an adaptogen?
Adaptogens are agents that help the body cope with stress, enhance physical and mental health and promote longevity. Simply said, their unique activity creates calm where there is stress, and energises where there is fatigue. Ashwagandha and Tulsi specifically are two of the premier adaptogens known.
What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants slow down the process of excess oxidation and protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. When cells are attacked by free radicals, excess oxidation occurs which damage and destroys cells. Antioxidants stop this process. Tulsi is rich in antioxidants and is recommended for its antioxidant’s benefits.
Is it okay for children to drink Tulsi tea?
Yes! Children can enjoy the natural flavours of Tulsi-Holy Basil teas as well as benefit from their healing properties. If you are uncertain, or for children under the age of 1, please consult your healthcare provider.
Is it okay to drink Tulsi tea if I am trying to conceive, pregnant or breastfeeding?
It is safe for healthy women who already consume herbal teas to drink Tulsi in moderation if pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive. Women who follow a caffeine-free diet should avoid the caffeinated flavours (Tulsi Green Teas, Tulsi Masala Chai, Tulsi Breakfast Teas).
Since conception and pregnancy are extremely sensitive life stages, some women with health challenges, who do not already drink Tulsi, may choose to avoid it (in order to “stick to what they know” and what their bodies are accustomed to). However, the adaptogenic (stress-relieving) properties of Tulsi may assist the stress-response during this delicate period. Moderation is key during this time (as it is with many foods, drinks & lifestyle activities). Many women do enjoy Tulsi pre-conception, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, please consult your healthcare provider prior to consumption.
Is itokay to drink Tulsi if I am taking prescription medication?
Many people exercise caution around contraindications between herbal medicine and conventional medication. It is safe to drink Tulsi teas in moderation whilst taking medication. Caution should be taken with caffeinated flavours, where there is known caffeine intolerance. The herb levels in the Tulsi tea range are not sufficient to create conflict with medication. Please consult your healthcare provider for further queries.
Product Enquiries
Can you recommend a product for a particular ailment or illness?
While we cannot diagnose any condition or prescribe any of our products for specific ailments or conditions, we can suggest that you read about the benefits of our incredible organic products and solutions for healthy conscious living and incorporate them into your wellness regime. Please consult your healthcare practitioner if you have questions about your specific condition.
Are all Tulsi teas vegetarian or vegan?
All ORGANIC INDIA teas are vegetarian. Honey is found in the following teas and therefore may not be appropriate for all vegan diets: Tulsi Honey Chamomile
Are your products gluten-free?
Yes, all of our products including teas, supplements and psyllium are free of gluten containing ingredients.
Are your products Kosher?
Our Kosher certification from the Orthodox Union indicates that our products may be consumed by all those who observe kosher dietary laws, as well as those who have special dietary requirements.
How much caffeine is in your tea?
Most of our Tulsi Teas are naturally caffeine-free, as they are herbal teas. Green tea is a lesser processed form of the same tea plant (Camellia sinensis) that is used to make black tea, with lower caffeine content. Therefore several of our flavours available worldwide that contain green or black tea do have caffeine. These are the approximate caffeine levels:
Tulsi Breakfast Tea: 25 mg/serving, Tulsi Green Tea: 12 mg/serving, Tulsi Pomegranate Green Tea: 10 mg/serving, Tulsi Chai Masala Tea : 12 mg/serving
How are your Moringa leaves are dried and treated?
Our organic moringa leaves are sun dried, then sterilised (by steam) and ground into powder.
What is in the natural flavour listed in the ingredient panel?
Our natural flavourings are made from pure, organic, unadulterated fruit extracts or essential oils.
We’ve known for decades that phrase, “natural flavours,” found at the bottom of ingredient lists on consumer products has typically been very misleading shorthand for hiding all sorts of unnatural synthetic and often toxic things in products. And so we really want you to know that when you see reference to natural “flavours” on our Tulsi Tea boxes you are not just getting something that is truly natural, but incredible pure nectarous extracts of high-quality herbs and spices.
If a flavour is named “Rose Flavour,” then guess what, it will be made from organic roses. If it says “Honey Flavour” then it is made from organic honey. Basically, by adding high-quality flavours extracts we are also increasing the medicinal facets of these herbal blends.
The following teas do not contain any added natural flavourings but with its own natural flavor: Tulsi Original, Tulsi Breakfast (contains caffeine), Tulsi Gotu Kola, Tulsi Green (contains caffeine), Tulsi Masala Chai (contains caffeine) and Tulsi Peppermint.
Do your teas contain sugar?
None of our teas are made with sugar. Tulsi Sweet Rose, Sleep and Tummy all contain stevia.
How long can I store ORGANIC INDIA Tulsi blends?
We recommend that you consume the product within two years of the manufacturing date. Keep it in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight.
Do any of your products contain Aristolochia or aristolochic acid?
We’d like to assure you that ORGANIC INDIA does not use any of the Aristolochia species of herbs, or herbs containing aristolochic acid, in any of our products. Side effects relating to some varieties of the Aristolochia species under certain conditions have been documented since the early 1990’s. Herbs containing these compounds are primarily found in China and have been banned in many countries of the world, including the United States.
Do you test for heavy metals in your products?
All ORGANIC INDIA products are certified organic, which means that we do not use pesticides and test for heavy metals in every batch of tea we produce.
Are any ORGANIC INDIA products tested on animals?
No ORGANIC INDIA product is tested on animals.
I don’t see an ORGANIC INDIA product I’m looking for in Australia, where is it?
As ORGANIC INDIA’S products are manufactured at our farm in Lucknow, India – some items in the ORGANIC INDIA range are not currently available for purchase in Australia.
Importing new products can take some time (and government regulations) but please know we are working hard behind the scenes to make this a possibility.
