It is a perennial creeper that thrives naturally in the swampy, moist and warm soils of India, Nepal, China, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and the southern states of the United States. It has been known for centuries in traditional medicine of India and China as a means of stimulating the brain and rejuvenating the body.
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In Chinese medicine, bakopa is called the "fountain of youth" because it prolongs life, which was confirmed by the famous naturalist Li Ching Yun, who celebrated 256 birthdays with the help of bakopa and several other plants.
The Sanskrit name Brahmi is derived from the name for the Supreme God (Brahman) in the sense of a universal, cosmic, omniscient consciousness that is associated with the use of 100% brain potential.
Yogis in the Himalayas use it in their daily diet during meditation because it brings energy, helps balance the left and right hemispheres and increases the "glow" of the body and aura.
How bakopa works
Bakopa is one of the plants that works best on brain cells and the nervous system.
It is a favorite among students and business people because it improves memory and concentration, increases alertness and intelligence.
It is popular as a nerve tonic that shortens learning time, increases academic efficiency and mental ability, and reduces the effects of stress, nervousness, and anxiety.
It is also used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, behavioral disorders and memory impairment.
Bakopa has a stimulating effect, causing faster blood flow and better oxygenation of tissues and organs.
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Most published scientific papers agree that bakopa causes a slight rise in blood sugar which can contribute to the elimination of fatigue, headaches, low mood and other negative symptoms of hypoglycemia (drop in blood sugar).
Bakopa is currently on the market in Western countries as a means of improving cognitive functions.
It has been clinically proven to help people with ADHD and memory loss. Studies have shown that the plant contains a number of active ingredients, including a number of alkaloids (brahmin and herpestin) and saponins.
In addition to being an excellent tool for brain health, bakopa acts as a nerve and heart tonic and diuretic.