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Botanical Name: Centella asiatica

Source: Organic

Origin: Nepal

Gotu Kola is useful in:

Blood Conditions

• aids in blood diseases
• hemorrhoids
• improves the flow of blood throughout the body by strengthening the veins and capillaries
• phlebitis (inflammation of the veins)
• purifies the blood
• varicose veins
• heals blood vessels

Brain and Nervous System Conditions

• aids in restful sleep
• brain cell stimulant
• brain energizer and preserver
• brain nutritive
• calming properties
• excellent mental stimulant
• fatigue, both mental and physical
• for children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) because of its stimulating effect on the brain (increasing one's ability to focus while having a soothing and relaxing effect on an overactive nervous system)
• keeps one calm for yoga and meditative practices
• improves and enhances memory
• improves mental functions such as concentration
• insomnia
• mental disorders
• prevents nervous breakdowns
• rebuilds energy reserves
• recovery after mental breakdowns
• relieves mental fatigue
• senility
• stimulates the central nervous system
• supports the central nervous system

Cardiovascular Conditions

• high blood pressure
• congestive heart failure
• venous insufficiency

Gastrointestinal Conditions

• bowel complaints

Glandular Conditions

• gland tonic

Immune System Conditions

• aids the body in defending itself against toxins
• localized inflammation and infection
• for people who are inactive or confined to bed due to illness

Inflammatory Conditions

• arthritis
• rheumatism
• skin inflammations

Liver Conditions

• hepatitis

Respiratory Tract Conditions

• sore throat
• tuberculosis

Tissue Development

• connective tissues
• keratinization (the process of replacing skin after sores or ulcers)
• lymph tissue
• promotes healthy skin
• stimulation of hair and nail growth
• synthesis of collagen (the first step in tissue repair)
• supports the repair of cartilage
• for mucous membranes
• for skin
• stimulates the formation of lipids and proteins necessary for healthy skin

Other

• balancing tonic that both increases energy and relaxes the body
• destroys tumor cells
• fever
• 'heaviness' or tingling in the legs
• leg cramps
• post-surgery recovery
• swelling of the legs

Gotu Kola is used in Ayurvedic Medicine and is:

• regarded as one of the most spiritual and rejuvenating herbs in Ayurveda
• said to develop the crown chakra, the energy center at the top of the head
• used to balance the right and left hemispheres of the brain, which the leaf is said to resemble
• used to fortify the immune system, cleansing and feeding it
• used to improve meditation
• used for revitalizing the nerves and brain cells
• used to strengthen the adrenals

Externally Gotu Kola has been used to treat:

• cancer
• leprosy
• second and third degree burns
• skin disorders
• wounds

It has been shown to:

• reduce scar tissue formation

Externally it is used as a poultice for:

• syphilitic ulcers

Other Uses:

• Meditation incense