Baldwins Brahmi Powder ( Bacopa monnieri )

Bacopa monnieri [pulvis foliorum]

Origin: India

An Ayurvedic herb that is also known as Herpestis monniera, Water Hyssop or Jalanimba. As Gotu Kola's alternative name is Brahmi in the Northern part of India, always check the Latin names to differentiate and identify. (e.g. Gotu Kola: Centella asiatica/ Hydrocotyle asiatica and Brahmi: Bacopa monnieri)

Health perks:

Brahmi is a nootropic that improves cognition, but also helps to prevent and protect cognitive degeneration. On the other hand, enhances memory and channels concentration.

Additionally, as an adaptogen, Brahmi helps to relieve stress from the mind and body, resulting in elevated resilience. This herb therefore becomes useful during nervous exhaustion. As it stimulates serotonin production, it becomes an ally in low moments and depressive phases. In neurodevelopmental conditions, it can be a useful as a rejuvenating tonic.

With regards to its cognitive influence, Brahmi can also help with sleep, because of its ability to wind down mental turbulence, as well as being a sedative. That said, this effect is useful in anxiety and restlessness too.

If in need of a metal detox (metals can cause brain fog and other imbalances), Brahmi can help chelate and guide the metals/ toxins out of the body due to its diuretic herbal action. The herb lowers inflammatory markers from having a boosting effect on the immune system. In correspondence, Brahmi can be used to bring about clarity from fungal conditions and other infections like cystitis.

A paste created from the powder of Brahmi and a base oil, can be created and focused on the chest of the individual to ease and remedy respiratory conditions, like asthma, bronchitis and chronic coughing. Ideally the paste should be covered by a material to insulate and keep in place. The same paste can be applied to the forehead, to ease tension and a headache.

P.S. ***If pregnant/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualified herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.