Herb (adaptogen)
Tulsi (Holy Basil) : Tea Bags
Ocimum tenuiflorum
This is the tea bags form of Tulsi (Holy Basil). It steadies cortisol without making kids drowsy. The flavor is more interesting than chamomile, slightly clove-like.
Typical pediatric dose
Tea: 1 tsp dried tulsi in hot water, 1x/day after school for kids 6+.
Safety notes
Generally safe. Avoid in pregnancy. May lower blood sugar slightly, so monitor if your child is diabetic.