Brahmi (Gotu Kola)

Brahmi ([tag]Gotu Kola[/tag]) is an herb of great medicinal value. The entire plant (all the parts of the plant) is used for Ayurvedic treatments since times immemorial. Though Brahmi is a native of India, it is also found in other tropical countries. [tag]Brahmi[/tag] has been found useful in treating wounds, skin conditions like varicose ulcers, lupus, leprosy, psoriasis and eczema, in addition to treating fever, diarrhea, amenorrhea, and various other diseases.

Brahmi, when used in combination with other herbs is also useful in treatment of diseases like Bowel disorders, AIDS, Elephantiasis, Epilepsy, Fever, Insanity, Nervous disorders, Rheumatism, Scleoderma, Senility, Skin ulcer and other venereal diseases. Brahmi is particularly used in treating [tag]nervous disorders[/tag], premature aging and senility. It is a well-known [tag]brain tonic[/tag] and is said to promote memory and intelligence. It is a good strengthening tonic for adrenals, and purifies blood when treating for skin impurities. Brahmi is in other words considered as “[tag]the food for brain[/tag]” due to its ability in combating stress, depression and nervous breakdown.

The other advantages of this herb is that it stimulates the Central Nervous System, lowers high blood pressure, treats congestive heart failure, hepatitis, is a diuretic and helps in eliminating excess fluids from the body. Due to its positive effect on the circulatory system of human body, it strengthens veins and capillaries, used in treating phlebitis ([tag]vein inflammation[/tag]), [tag]leg cramps[/tag] etc.

It reduces the effect of scarring caused by wounds and is very effective in burns of third degree when applied on a regular basis. It is one of the best rejuvenative herbs ever. But the usage of the herb is best avoided in case of pregnant and nursing women.