Herbs
Gotu Kola (Hydrocotyle Asiatica)
| A.K.A.: |
Indian Pennywort |
| Part Used: |
Entire Herb |
| Properties: |
Alterative, Antiasthmatic, Antispasmodic, Blood Purifier, Diuretic, Nervine, |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Catechol, Epicatechol, Magnesium, Theobromine, Vitamin K |
| Primary Uses: |
Aging, Arteriosclerosis, Blood Pressure/high, Circulation/poor, Fatigue, Heart problems, Hypoglycemia, Leprosy, Memory Loss, Mental Problems, Nervousness, Senility |
| Secondary Uses: |
Blood Impurities, Depression, Dysentery, Fevers, Headaches, Insomnia, Liver, Menopausal Symptoms, Pituitary Problems, Psoriasis, Rheumatism, Schizophrenia, Tuberculosis, Thyroid Problems, Tonsillitis, Toxins/effects of, Veins/varicose, Vitality/lack of, Wounds |
Gotu kola is often used to increase mental functions and performance. Many studies have confirmed the usefulness of gotu kola in improving brain functions. It is commonly prescribed in Europe and India to improve mental function.
It was also found to help improve and overcome the negative effects associated with stress and fatigue. Gotu kola, taken as a tonic, helps to gradually build the nervous system.
It has been used for many different ailments including nervous disorders, deficient mental function, memory problems, epilepsy and schizophrenia. It works by cleansing and purifying the blood by neutralizing acids thereby helping the body defend itself against toxins.
Additional uses of gotu kola are found in its ability to stimulate the capillaries and help improve not only brain function, but varicose veins and hypertension.
- Valued as a nervous system restorative.
- Found to increase mental activity, while acting as a mild tranquilizer.
- Used to combat fatigue and improve memory.
- "Brain-food" which promotes memory and as an energy enhancer, it acts to prevent aging.
- Beneficial in the treatment of high blood pressure.
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