SCIENTIFIC NAME: Bacopa monnieri

FAMILY: Plantaginaceae

SHORT DESCRIPTION 

Brahmi is a herb that belongs to the family of some of the most common culinary herbs. The herb is most commonly used for hair loss, insomnia, anxiety, and asthma. It has been used in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and other alternative medicines across the world for medicinal purposes. In fact, it has been hailed to be a miracle herb.

 

EFFECT ON TRIDOSHA:- As a “Medhya Rasayana” or brain-rejuvenating herb, it assists in the correction of Vata and Pitta Dosha imbalances in order to preserve tridoshic equilibrium.

 

USES/BENEFITS/DISEASES 

 

• Acclaimed as a memory enhancer
• Regular supplementation of Brahmi keeps anxiety, insomnia, fatigue etc at bay.
• For Asthmatic sufferers, this is really useful.
• Instantly heals wounds and disinfects the afflicted area.
• Diabetics benefit from antihyperglycemic qualities.

PRECAUTIONS/ SIDE EFFECTS

 

• People who have low blood pressure and a slow pulse are more likely to develop dizziness, headaches, and fainting after ingesting Brahmi when taken in overdose.
• Before using Brahmi powder or supplements, it is best to check with a doctor if you have any pre-existing health issues such as diabetes, arthritis, or hypertension.

HOW TO USE 

 

• For daily medhya supplementation consume 2 – 3 grams of Brahmi powder along with meals. Brahmi can be given in very small doses for infants and children, in the form of Brahmi ghrita, mixed with honey, ghee. 
• Drinking Brahmi juice daily for 4 weeks to reduce anxiety, palpitations, nervousness, insomnia.
• Apply Brahmi juice on the affected area to heal scars and wounds.
• Diabetes symptoms can be alleviated by consuming Brahmi leaves on a regular basis.
• Chew on few Brahmi leaves or steep them in the tea for improving pulmonary function