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| − | ==Special Precautions of | + | [[File:bacopa.jpg|thumb|350px|left|Bacopa monniera]] |
| − | == | + | Other Names: Brahmi, Bacopa, Bacopa monniera, Bacopa monnieri, Herb of Grace, Herpestis Herb, Herpestis monniera, Hysope d’Eau, Indian Pennywort, Jalanimba, Jal-Brahmi, Jalnaveri, Nira-Brahmi, Moniera cuneifolia, Sambrani Chettu, Thyme-Leave Gratiola, Water Hyssop.<br> |
| + | Brahmi is a plant that has been used in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda). Be careful not to confuse brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) with gotu kola and other natural medicines that are also sometimes called brahmi.<br> See also : [[Brahmi Oil]] | ||
| + | ==Special Precautions of Bacopa== | ||
| + | * Be careful not to confuse brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) with gotu kola and other natural medicines that are also sometimes called brahmi. | ||
| + | * Brahmi is POSSIBLY SAFE for adults when used appropriately and short-term, up to 12 weeks. Common side effects include increased bowel movements, stomach cramps, nausea, dry mouth, and fatigue. | ||
| + | *Pregnancy and breast -feeding: Not enough is known about the use of brahmi during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use. | ||
| + | *Slow heart rate (bradycardia): Brahmi might slow down the heart beat. This could be a problem in people who already have a slow heart rate. | ||
| + | *Gastrointestinal tract blockage: Brahmi might cause “congestion” in the intestines. This might cause problems in people who have a blockage in their intestines. | ||
| + | *Ulcers: Brahmi might increase secretions in the stomach and intestines. There is concern that this could worsen ulcers. | ||
| + | *Lung conditions: Brahmi might increase fluid secretions in the lung. There is concern that this could worsen lung conditions such as asthma or emphysema. | ||
| + | *Urinary tract obstruction: Brahmi might increase secretions in the urinary tract. There is concern that this could worsen urinary obstruction. | ||
| + | ==Health Benefits and Uses of Bacopa== | ||
Bacopa is a creeping perennial herb that thrives in wetlands and on muddy shores. Its therapeutic use has its origins in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it has been used for its adaptogenic, tranquilizing, and antioxidant properties. The herb can be found in Nepal, China, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Vietnam, and some regions in the U.S. such as Hawaii, Florida, and other southern states. Bacopa (also called Bacopa monnieri or Brahmi) thrives easily around ponds or bog gardens. | Bacopa is a creeping perennial herb that thrives in wetlands and on muddy shores. Its therapeutic use has its origins in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it has been used for its adaptogenic, tranquilizing, and antioxidant properties. The herb can be found in Nepal, China, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Vietnam, and some regions in the U.S. such as Hawaii, Florida, and other southern states. Bacopa (also called Bacopa monnieri or Brahmi) thrives easily around ponds or bog gardens. | ||
Bacopa has been used in India for thousands of years for both traditional and medicinal purposes. Notably, Indians used Bacopa in religious consecration ceremonies for infants, because the herb was believed to open a gateway to intelligence for the child. | Bacopa has been used in India for thousands of years for both traditional and medicinal purposes. Notably, Indians used Bacopa in religious consecration ceremonies for infants, because the herb was believed to open a gateway to intelligence for the child. | ||
Researchers may first have been intrigued by Bacopa monnieri because of the effect they believed it may have on ancient shamans, who reportedly used the herb to help them memorize epic poems. Researchers theorized that perhaps the Bacopa plant enhanced the shamans' brain function and improved their memory, concentration, and recall. | Researchers may first have been intrigued by Bacopa monnieri because of the effect they believed it may have on ancient shamans, who reportedly used the herb to help them memorize epic poems. Researchers theorized that perhaps the Bacopa plant enhanced the shamans' brain function and improved their memory, concentration, and recall. | ||
| − | + | * Cognitive Boost: One of the most prized benefits of brahmi is its ability to stimulate the mind, particularly in terms of memory and concentration. It has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine to increase focus and increase retention. Some of the organic compounds in brahmi stimulate cognitive pathways in the brain to boost cognitive ability. | |
| − | + | * Cognitive Disorders: Closely related to that first benefit of brahmi is the second – its ability to reduce the onset of cognitive disorders as we age, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Research has shown brahmi to be an effective way of stimulating the creation of new neural pathways and lowering oxidative stress in the brain, which keeps our minds sharp well into our old age. | |
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*[[Depression]] | *[[Depression]] | ||
*[[Stress]] | *[[Stress]] | ||
*Anxiety | *Anxiety | ||
*Attention Deficit Disorder | *Attention Deficit Disorder | ||
| − | *[[Epilepsy (Seizure)]] | + | *[[Epilepsy (Seizure)]] : The leaves of brahmi have been used as a treatment against epilepsy for thousands of years. This is thought to be due to the effect brahmi has on neural pathways, and it helps to prevent epileptic fits, as well as other forms of mental disease, including bipolar disorder and neuralgia. |
*[[Alzheimer's Disease]] | *[[Alzheimer's Disease]] | ||
*Mental Deficiency | *Mental Deficiency | ||
*Bacopa May Also Prevent [[Dementia]] and [[Alzheimer's Disease]] | *Bacopa May Also Prevent [[Dementia]] and [[Alzheimer's Disease]] | ||
| − | + | *may also prevent long-term cognitive decline. | |
| − | + | * It possesses exhibiting anti-parkinsonian activity significantly by enhancing the dopamine post-synaptic receptor activity. | |
| − | + | * Immune System Booster: When consumed in any form, tea, leaves, or otherwise, brahmi can give the immune system a necessary boost. The small amount of nutrients is supplemented by the antioxidant compounds to increase the response time of our immune system against pathogens, viruses, or bacterial infection. | |
| − | + | *Respiratory Benefits: When brahmi is brewed in a tea or chewed as normal leaves, it can seriously boost your respiratory health. It has been used in Ayurvedic treatments for bronchitis, congestion, chest colds, and blocked sinuses. It can clear out excess phlegm and mucus and relieve the inflammation in the throat and respiratory tracts to provide you with rapid relief. | |
| − | + | *Skin Health: If you want to speed up wound healing and disinfect the skin at the same time, spread brahmi juice or oil on the affected area. It can reduce the appearance of scarring and leave you with smooth, healthy skin enriched with its natural essential oils. | |
| − | + | *Blood Sugar: In some research studies, brahmi has been linked to increased blood sugar levels, so depending on your particular symptoms of diabetes, brahmi may be able to help improve your hypoglycemia and allow you to live a normal, healthy life. | |
| − | In | + | *Digestive Issues: Brahmi is a sedative and soothing herb, as well as anti-inflammatory, so it is commonly prescribed in traditional medicine for gastric ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome. It can ease inflammation in the bowels, preventing a wide range of potential gastrointestinal conditions. |
| − | + | ==Main Combinations== | |
| + | *Intellectual concentration : Bacopa + [[Ginkgo Biloba]] + [[Eleutherococcus]] (or [[Panax Ginseng]]) | ||
| + | *Amnesia : Bacopa + [[Ginkgo Biloba]] + Soy [[lecithin]] + [[Krill Oil]] (or [[Salmon Oil]] or [[Linseed Oil]]) | ||
| + | * Memory disorders : [[Ginkgo Biloba]] + Bacopa + [[Soy Lecithin]] | ||
[[Category:Treatments]] | [[Category:Treatments]] | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:herbal medicine]] |
| + | [[Category:Adaptogen]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Nervine]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:32, 4 January 2022
Other Names: Brahmi, Bacopa, Bacopa monniera, Bacopa monnieri, Herb of Grace, Herpestis Herb, Herpestis monniera, Hysope d’Eau, Indian Pennywort, Jalanimba, Jal-Brahmi, Jalnaveri, Nira-Brahmi, Moniera cuneifolia, Sambrani Chettu, Thyme-Leave Gratiola, Water Hyssop.
Brahmi is a plant that has been used in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda). Be careful not to confuse brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) with gotu kola and other natural medicines that are also sometimes called brahmi.
See also : Brahmi Oil
Special Precautions of Bacopa
- Be careful not to confuse brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) with gotu kola and other natural medicines that are also sometimes called brahmi.
- Brahmi is POSSIBLY SAFE for adults when used appropriately and short-term, up to 12 weeks. Common side effects include increased bowel movements, stomach cramps, nausea, dry mouth, and fatigue.
- Pregnancy and breast -feeding: Not enough is known about the use of brahmi during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Slow heart rate (bradycardia): Brahmi might slow down the heart beat. This could be a problem in people who already have a slow heart rate.
- Gastrointestinal tract blockage: Brahmi might cause “congestion” in the intestines. This might cause problems in people who have a blockage in their intestines.
- Ulcers: Brahmi might increase secretions in the stomach and intestines. There is concern that this could worsen ulcers.
- Lung conditions: Brahmi might increase fluid secretions in the lung. There is concern that this could worsen lung conditions such as asthma or emphysema.
- Urinary tract obstruction: Brahmi might increase secretions in the urinary tract. There is concern that this could worsen urinary obstruction.
Health Benefits and Uses of Bacopa
Bacopa is a creeping perennial herb that thrives in wetlands and on muddy shores. Its therapeutic use has its origins in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it has been used for its adaptogenic, tranquilizing, and antioxidant properties. The herb can be found in Nepal, China, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Vietnam, and some regions in the U.S. such as Hawaii, Florida, and other southern states. Bacopa (also called Bacopa monnieri or Brahmi) thrives easily around ponds or bog gardens. Bacopa has been used in India for thousands of years for both traditional and medicinal purposes. Notably, Indians used Bacopa in religious consecration ceremonies for infants, because the herb was believed to open a gateway to intelligence for the child. Researchers may first have been intrigued by Bacopa monnieri because of the effect they believed it may have on ancient shamans, who reportedly used the herb to help them memorize epic poems. Researchers theorized that perhaps the Bacopa plant enhanced the shamans' brain function and improved their memory, concentration, and recall.
- Cognitive Boost: One of the most prized benefits of brahmi is its ability to stimulate the mind, particularly in terms of memory and concentration. It has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine to increase focus and increase retention. Some of the organic compounds in brahmi stimulate cognitive pathways in the brain to boost cognitive ability.
- Cognitive Disorders: Closely related to that first benefit of brahmi is the second – its ability to reduce the onset of cognitive disorders as we age, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Research has shown brahmi to be an effective way of stimulating the creation of new neural pathways and lowering oxidative stress in the brain, which keeps our minds sharp well into our old age.
- Depression
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Epilepsy (Seizure) : The leaves of brahmi have been used as a treatment against epilepsy for thousands of years. This is thought to be due to the effect brahmi has on neural pathways, and it helps to prevent epileptic fits, as well as other forms of mental disease, including bipolar disorder and neuralgia.
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Mental Deficiency
- Bacopa May Also Prevent Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
- may also prevent long-term cognitive decline.
- It possesses exhibiting anti-parkinsonian activity significantly by enhancing the dopamine post-synaptic receptor activity.
- Immune System Booster: When consumed in any form, tea, leaves, or otherwise, brahmi can give the immune system a necessary boost. The small amount of nutrients is supplemented by the antioxidant compounds to increase the response time of our immune system against pathogens, viruses, or bacterial infection.
- Respiratory Benefits: When brahmi is brewed in a tea or chewed as normal leaves, it can seriously boost your respiratory health. It has been used in Ayurvedic treatments for bronchitis, congestion, chest colds, and blocked sinuses. It can clear out excess phlegm and mucus and relieve the inflammation in the throat and respiratory tracts to provide you with rapid relief.
- Skin Health: If you want to speed up wound healing and disinfect the skin at the same time, spread brahmi juice or oil on the affected area. It can reduce the appearance of scarring and leave you with smooth, healthy skin enriched with its natural essential oils.
- Blood Sugar: In some research studies, brahmi has been linked to increased blood sugar levels, so depending on your particular symptoms of diabetes, brahmi may be able to help improve your hypoglycemia and allow you to live a normal, healthy life.
- Digestive Issues: Brahmi is a sedative and soothing herb, as well as anti-inflammatory, so it is commonly prescribed in traditional medicine for gastric ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome. It can ease inflammation in the bowels, preventing a wide range of potential gastrointestinal conditions.
Main Combinations
- Intellectual concentration : Bacopa + Ginkgo Biloba + Eleutherococcus (or Panax Ginseng)
- Amnesia : Bacopa + Ginkgo Biloba + Soy lecithin + Krill Oil (or Salmon Oil or Linseed Oil)
- Memory disorders : Ginkgo Biloba + Bacopa + Soy Lecithin
