Improve your memory and focus with Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) - NL-069
Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) has been used in the traditional Ayurvedic system of medicine for centuries to boost brain health and enhance learning, memory and focus. Also known as bacopa, water hyssop and herb of grace, brahmi works as a brain tonic that also provides relief in many other health conditions such as asthma, arthritis and irritable bowel syndrome.
The leaves contain many bioactive compounds such as saponins (bacosides), alkaloids and flavonoids. While more research is needed to confirm the mechanism through which brahmi offers such great improvements in cognitive skills, it is believed that saponins in brahmi (bacoside A and bacoside B) are chiefly responsible for its brain rejuvenating and other health benefits. Brahmi improves blood flow to the brain, protects the brain from the effects of oxidative damage, reduces inflammation, regulates the levels of certain neurotransmitters and strengthens the body’s natural stress response as an adaptogen.
Brahmi improves cognitive functions and reduces stress
Brahmi is valued as one of the best herbs in Ayurveda for supporting brain health. Modern studies also back this claim and show that the herb can improve memory, attention and the brain’s ability to process information. Studies also show that brahmi supplements can be effectively used to reduce ADHD symptoms in children. [1] Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (or ADHD) is a chronic condition that begins in childhood and includes symptoms such as inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. Some early research suggests that brahmi may be useful in managing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD) due to its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Brahmi is an adaptogenic herb, a class of herbs that increases the body's resistance to stress, promotes strong stress responses and protects the body from the harmful effects of stress. Long-term exposure to stress and anxiety can damage our physical and mental health. Stress can increase the risk of, or worsen, symptoms in certain conditions such as depression, insomnia, diabetes, asthma and heart disease. Persistent stress also weakens immunity, causes hormonal imbalance and leads to gastrointestinal symptoms such as gut inflammation, cramping and bloating. Research shows that brahmi helps reduce stress and anxiety, reduces the levels of cortisol and improves mood. It is known to improve physical and emotional health, and pain-related symptoms. [2] The bacosides present in the herb are powerful antioxidants and contribute to its anti-stress and anti-anxiety properties.
Other health benefits of Brahmi
- Anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory
- Anti-ageing effects
- Boosts immunity
- Helpful in gout and arthritis
- Useful in irritable bowel syndrome
- Protects liver health
- Improves gut health
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References:
- Dave et al. An open-label study to elucidate the effects of standardized Bacopa monnieri extract in the management of symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children. Adv Mind Body Med. 2014
- Lopresti et al. Effects of a Bacopa monnieri extract (Bacognize®) on stress, fatigue, quality of life and sleep in adults with self-reported poor sleep: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Journal of Functional Foods. 2021