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Latin: Herpestis Monniera, Bacopa Monnieri
Sanskrit: Brahmi
Hindi: Brambhi Parts Used:
Whole plant, roots, leaves, stalks. Traditional Ayurvedic Uses: Brahmi acts as a powerful brain food, and is known for its ability to enhance mind power (Medhya effect). It supports and improves all aspects of mental functioning, including comprehension (Dhi), memory (Dhriti) and recollection (Smriti). It is important because it also enhances the crucial coordination of these three aspects of mental functioning.
Because it increases the ability to solve problems effectively, Brahmi is often used in formulas to help relieve and prevent stress.
Brahmi can be processed in different ways, or with different herbs, to balance any of the three laws of the physiology (Vata, Pitta, Kapha).
It is a very good overall tonic (Rasayana, or longevity-enhancer).
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