Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica)

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Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)

 

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) is the energy herb that has long been

used by students for its ability to enhance memory and/or recall.

Research has shown that it actually helps if taken right before a

test. It is thought to even increase intelligence and memory while

slowing down mental aging and senility. In addition it builds mental

stamina and neural health and is actually used by naturalists as

treatment for nervous breakdown. The people of India use this plant

specifically to improve memory and longevity. The combination of

Ginseng and Gotu kola have been found to gradually increase overall

energy or activity levels and increase the body's metabolic rate.

 

 

The really cool thing is that Gotu Kola contains no caffeine at all

and is not related whatsoever to the Kola nut.

 

INTERESTING SIDENOTE:

Li Ching Yun, an ancient Chinese herbalist, reportedly lived 256 years

using an herbal mixture composed chiefly of Gotu Kola! There are more

recent stories from India, Pakistan and Madagascar of people working

in the fields after age 100, perhaps related to Gotu Kola.

 

Although clinical data is limited, Gotu Kola is traditionally used to

promote memory and learning and has been used in mental illness,

including schizophrenia and in developmentally disabled children.

There are no known side effects except generalized itching,

photosensitization and a contact dermatitis has been reported.

 

The whole extracts work better than attempts to extract or isolate a

particular compound.

 

But why take my word for it?

 

 

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Until next time remember .... most illness (upwards of 80% according

to experts) can be attributed to FOUR important factors that can

weaken your immune system and your ability to fight off disease:

 

 

1. Anxiety, depression, anger, resentment, guilt and other STRESS

factors

2. Improper and/or inadequate NUTRITION habits

3. A sedentary lifestyle that does not include enough EXERCISE

4. Not enough rest and quality SLEEP time

 

The United States Surgeon General warned Americans in a landmark 1988

report on Nutrition and Health that " diet related diseases account for

68% of U.S. deaths "

 

 

Remember, we ALWAYS recommend that you ALWAYS consult a professional

herbalist, naturopathologist or physician. We are just passing along

what we hope to be useful information.

 

Zeline Wright

AKA Opossum Sally

 

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