BTW since you mention Magnesium have you ever tried Magnesium Oil or topical? It does not cause the diarreah that most do but it does get it into your bloodstream faster! I spray a few sprays on my arm from Nagari (Mag Chloride) and it does calm me and help me sleep some, it does great in those areas. For constipation I try aloe vera as well, it seemed to help before and might again. I feel constipation is my main goal now, not stopping the Tulsi as it seems to work well but Constipation is the key here and my main problem.

In Sanskrit, tulsi means literally "the incomparable one" and has been revered since ancient times. Tulsi, the holy basil, is said to have grown at the site of Christ’s crucifixion and is associated with St. Basil’s feast.