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Thyme-leafed gratiola
Name :Thyme-leafed gratiola
Botanical :Bacopa Monnieri
Ayurvedic :Brahmi
Family :Scrophulariaceae
Habitat :Brahmi is a small creeping herb commonlyfound growing in marshy areas throughout India. It growsreadily in damp areas.
Constituents :Alkaloids, Brahmains & Herpestine; and a sapinin"Hersaponin". Alkaloids resemble strychninein therapeutic action but are less toxic.
Dosage :It is advisable to take Brahmi for at least three monthsfor significant effect and thereafter adjust the doseto suit the individual. It is wise to treat the brainlike a muscle - use or lose it. Regular,stimulating mental activities keep the brain sharp,just as a vigorous workout helps keep muscles fit andperforming optimally. The brain is susceptible to dehydration,so drink plenty of clean, pure fluids as part of anybrain nutrition program. Nutritional supplements thatprovide a mixture of vitamins and mineral as well asherbs such as brahmi may prove efficacious to a brainpower plan. Give any supplement program enough timeto work before evaluation its effects: Based on themetabolic rate ofbrain cells, the benefits may not be noticed for atleast 90 days.
Safety :Clinical trials on human volunteers that began in 1993in India have not found any adverse effects. The herbis safe for use by healthy people of all ages. In India,brahmi tea is given to infants starting in their firstmonth of the life to encourage optimal mental development.Brahmi, like Gingko, isalso used by adults who seek better mental functioning.

 

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