Description :
Brahmi Or Bacopa Extract is a perennial, creeping herb native to the wetlands of southern and Eastern India, Australia, Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America. Bacopa is a medicinal herb used in Ayurveda, where it is also known as “Brahmi”, after Brahmā, the creator God of the Hindu pantheon.Bacopa monnieri was initially described around the 6th century A.D. in texts such as the Charaka Samhita, Atharva-Veda, and Susrut Samhita as a medhya rasayana (Brain Rejuvenator)–class herb taken to sharpen intellect and attenuate mental deficits. The herb was allegedly used by ancient Vedic scholars to memorize lengthy sacred hymns and scriptures.
From Ancient time Brahmi/ Bacopa is used as Nervine and cardiac tonic, which soothes the nerve impulses and heart muscles. It promotes good concentration and memory booster activity in all ages of human being. It also helps to induce blissful sleep at night by relaxing the tired muscles & nerves. As per Ayurvedic science Brahmi/ Bacopa is beneficial for balancingTridosha’s; especially Vata / Pitta, which cools the extra heat produced & hyperactivity of the Nervous system. It is also recommended in disorders of Vocal chords and inflammation. Brahmi/ Bacopa helps as adjuvant treatment in reducing brain fever and inflammation in brain covering. It is believed that Brahmi/ Bacopa when used internally with other remedies for a long term help in various Mental Ailments, especially mental retardation, hysteria, Delirium, Schizophrenia, Insanity etc. Brahmi/ Bacopa also help to remove toxic materials/ free radicals generated during extra use of Brain/ Nervous system, by increasing Urine output.
Externally Brahmi/ Bacopa Extract with Dry Ginger Extract is useful as paste with lukewarm water on painful bone joints in Rheumatism. In Ayurveda, Oil (coconut) prepared from Brahmi/ Bacopa is useful externally in Shirodhara (Oil dripping on forehead) therapy for Mental Calmness and also as Hair growth oil.
Applications of Bacopa Monnieri Extract:
- Cognitive enhancement: Bacopa Monnieri extract is often used as a nootropic supplement to improve cognitive function, memory, and learning. It has been found to enhance the activity of neurotransmitters in the brain, improve neural communication, and protect against oxidative stress.
- Stress and anxiety reduction: Bacopa Monnieri extract has been shown to reduce anxiety and stress levels, making it a potentially useful supplement for people with anxiety disorders, depression, or chronic stress.
- Age-related cognitive decline: Bacopa Monnieri extract may help protect against age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease by enhancing neural function and protecting against oxidative stress.
- ADHD and ADD: Bacopa Monnieri extract has been shown to improve attention, focus, and cognitive flexibility in children with ADHD and ADD.
- Physical performance: Bacopa Monnieri extract may also have benefits for physical performance, including reducing fatigue, improving endurance, and enhancing muscle growth.
- Skin health: Bacopa Monnieri extract has been found to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a potential ingredient in skincare products to help protect against damage from UV rays and environmental pollutants.
SA Herbal Bioactives is a manufacturer of Bacopa Monnieri Extract
