Description
COMMON NAME
Standardized: Bacopa
Other: brahmi, herb-of-grace, Indian pennywort, water hyssop, mandukaparni
BOTANICAL NAME
Bacopa monnieri (L.)Pennell
Plant Family: Scrophulariaceae
OVERVIEW
Brahmi Bacopa creeping perennial, native to many parts of world and most frequently found in tropical regions of the Asian continent.
Brahmi Bacopa herb has some interesting properties as studies have shown that the active compounds within, known as bacosides, can help regenerate brain tissue and positively influence brain cells along with studies showing this herb may help with Alzheimers.
This herb can also be used to aid the liver following toxin damage, making it a great tea to be used the morning after a big night out. Other benefits include blood pressure regulation and high levels of anti-oxidants.
USES AND PREPARATIONS
- Tea brewing
- Tinctures
- Encapsulation (great for on the go or travelling)
- Herbal tea blend
PRECAUTIONS
Specific: No known precautions.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant,nursing, or on any medications.
Raw herbs vs powders:
Although powders are easy to take, the therapeutic effects of herbs are unstable (due to higher light & oxygen exposure) and are likely to be lost in the process of creating powdered herbs.
For production of powders, some companies use harsh chemicals in the soaking solvent that can be unsafe for long term use.
Consuming the entire herb, you get its full spectrum of plant chemicals and active ingredients. All our botanical herbs are air dried to retain all of the plants vital ingredients.
Fern & Lily botanical herbs are organic and packed in Australia. Supplying the most potent and highest quality in Australia.
We ship worldwide & can combine postage to save costs.