New Delhi, Aug 12 - Medicinal herbs like tulsi, which is commonly found in people's homes, can help boost one's immunity and thus fight Influenza A (H1N1), say Ayurveda doctors.

Preeti Chhabra, an Ayurveda doctor in the capital, said that medicinal herbs like tulsi, ashwagandha, guduchi and amla can help boost one's immunity level, thus helping fight swine flu.

'Keeping the present scenario in mind, some medicinal herbs like ashwagandha, amla, guduchi and tulsi are very good to help boost the body's immunity and thus help fight diseases. These can either be consumed individually or made into a concoction,' Chhabra told IANS.

'Tulsi in particular is a very good herb because it has both anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. It can boost one's immunity and also rejuvenate after a bout of illness. Therefore, although you can't call it a cure, it can sure help fight H1N1 virus,' she added.

Rakesh Sharma, another Ayurveda expert, said: 'Tulsi has the medicinal property that strengthens the body's defence mechanism.