Bacopa Monnieri Powder, Certified Organic

Also Known As - Bacopa Monnieri, Bacopa Monniera, Jalnaveri, Jalanimba, Sambrani chettu, Thyme-leaved Gratiola

Origin: India

Rejuvenative for the mind and nervous system

Overview - Bacopa is a perennial herb whose habitat includes wetlands and muddy shores. It can grow 10" to 20" high and produces white or bluish flowers. Bacopa has the ability to grow either on the ground or under water and is often times used as an aquarium plant. Bacopa Monnieri is harvested in the fall and milled into a fine powder that is best known as Brahmi and is widely used in India.  

Parts Used - Bacopa Monnieri (Brahmi) Leaf Powder.

Medicinal Uses - Bacopa/ brahmi is one of the best herbs to possibly increase memory naturally without side effects. Recent scientific studies show that Bacopa Monnieri (Brahmi) may support both short and long term memory function as well as possibly enhancing learning, concentration, and nourishing the nervous system. Special alkaloids in Bacopa Monnieri called bacopasides may help nourish and increase the coordination of brain neurons combating mental fatigue and leading to increased concentration and stamina. Bacopa is not only useful against common everyday forgetfulness, but many students use it to help boost memory function during exams. When used for this purpose, it is optimal to start taking bacopa 1 month prior to the exam.

Traditional uses of Raw Bacopa Monnieri / Brahmi Powder may include:

• Boost memory
• Nourishment of the nervous system
• Combat mental fatigue
• Encourage healthy respiratory function
• Promote a healthy cardiovascular system
• Enhance concentration & learning
• Alzheimer's disease
• Also used to treat Anxiety, Alzheimer's disease, Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), allergic conditions, irritable bowel syndrome, and as a general tonic to fight stress.

People also take brahmi to treat backache, hoarseness, mental illness, epilepsy, joint pain, and sexual performance problems in both men and women. It is also sometimes used as a “water pill.”

Raw non-GMO Bacopa Monnieri also has antioxidant properties which may support cardiovascular health as well as respiratory function. It has also traditionally been used to alleviate symptoms associated with anxiety. Bacopa Monnieri has been used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine for centuries and is considered a complete natural remedy for the mind.

Preparations - Mix 1 to 2 teaspoons with juice, yogurt or add to your favorite smoothie.

Precautions - Bacopa extract is safe for adults when taken by mouth appropriately and short-term, up to 12 weeks. Common side effects include increased bowel movements, stomach cramps, nausea, dry mouth, and fatigue.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

• Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking Bacopa if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

• Slow heart rate (bradycardia): Bacopa might slow down the heart beat. This could be a problem in people who already have a slow heart rate.

• Gastrointestinal tract blockage: Bacopa might cause “congestion” in the intestines. This might cause problems in people who have a blockage in their intestines.

• Ulcers: Bacopa might increase secretions in the stomach and intestines. There is concern that this could worsen ulcers.

• Lung conditions: Bacopa might increase fluid secretions in the lung. There is concern that this could worsen lung conditions such as asthma or emphysema.

• Thyroid disorders: Bacopa might increase levels of thyroid hormone. Bacopa should be used cautiously or avoided if you have a thyroid condition or take thyroid hormone medications.

• Urinary tract obstruction: Bacopa might increase secretions in the urinary tract. There is concern that this could worsen urinary obstruction.

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