08/20/2026
Tulsi, also known as holy basil, has so many gifts, and one of its more surprising benefits is how well it supports oral health! 🌿
Research has explored holy basil for everything from periodontal pathogens to cavity-causing bacteria, plaque, and gingivitis.
Here are three fascinating studies:
🌿 An in vitro study showed holy basil extract was effective against periodontal pathogens
🦷 Another study found a holy basil mouthwash reduced cavity-causing bacteria even better than a sodium fluoride mouthwash
✨ A clinical study found holy basil mouthwash was just as effective at reducing plaque and gingivitis as chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), but without the unwanted side effects
Inspired by these findings, I created a simple Tulsi Mouthwash recipe you can make at home. Gentle, effective, and easy to make! 🌱
👉 Type MOUTHWASH22 to get the full Tulsi Mouthwash recipe card.
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