Brahmi

It has been established as a powerful nerve and brain tonic. It has a reputation for increasing intelligence, longevity, and circulation in the brain, by improving both short and long term memory.

Brahmi is available in tablet form and in ayurvedic medicine it is used as a rasayana which mixes it with honey and spices. The effectiveness is increased if taken with B-vitamin complex. Adults should take 3000mg 1-2x/day and it may take up to 4 weeks to get the full effect.

Benefits In Health Conditions

• Alzheimer's, ADD, Memory loss. Increases new protein synthesis in regions of the brain for long term memory. Neutralizes free radicals in the brain, has a calming effect in ADD and ADHD. Reduces errors, improves acquisition and retention of learning.
• Anxiety disorder, stress. Induces a sense of calm, reduces internal restlessness.
• Irritable bowel syndrome. May calm IBS, especially if diarhhea is predominent symptom.

Considerations In Use

May interact with estrogen, so do not use if taking birth control pills, or estrogen replacement therapy as the interaction may result in temporary hearing loss.

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