Dr. Sangeeta Pahuja
Brahmi is considered as the most saatvik (spiritual) herb in Ayurveda. Brahmi (derived from the name of Lord Brahma and Goddess Saraswati) is well known for its memory enhancing property. Brahmi is laghu (light) guna,Tikt (bitter) ras pradhan, ushn virya (hot potency) katu vipaka (taste after digestion)
It's called in Ayurveda as -
Vatahara - Vatashamak |
Rasayana- Rejuvenator particularly to the nervous system |
Anuloma- Redirects the flow of Vata downwards |
Ayushya - Longivity |
Vishaghna- Remove toxins |
Balyam -Boost immunity and strength) |
Jeevaniya- Provide energy |
Medhya -Brain Tonic(memory enhancer) |
Unmadahara- Antipsychotic |
Nidrajnana- Promotes sleep |
Smritiprada-Memory enhancer |
Kushtaghna -Used in the treatment of skin diseases. |
Pradnya Shakti- Increases intellectual power |
Manasvikara- Used in the treatment of mental disorders. |
Hridya- cardio-protective |
Rasayana- Rejuvenator particularly to the nervous system |
Brahmi is considered as Madhya Rasayan, well known as neuro-protective, cardio-protective, Antispasmodic, Anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic, antiepileptic agent and is very commonly used in neurological and psychotic disorders.
Whole Plant (Panchang) is used in Ayurvedic formulations. Brahmi tea helps to manage cold, chest congestion and bronchitis by clearing out the mucus from the air passages which helps ease breathing.
It
also reduces pain and inflammation in the throat and respiratory tracts due to
its anti-inflammatory property. Taking Brahmi powder along with milk helps
improve brain functions by preventing brain cell damage caused by free radicals
due to its antioxidant property.
It is used as a memory enhancer and brain tonic for kids due to its property to improve cognition. Brahmi oil prevents hair loss by applying on the scalp as it nourishes the hair roots and strengthen the hair. It also has relaxing properties and has calming effects.
Due to analgesic and antipyretic properties reduces pain and helps in wound healing. Brahmi is a wonder herb to boost intelligence.
It is effectively enhances the mental performance, concentration, alertness and memory due to neuro-protective properties and helps in treatment of diabetes.
Being a neuro-protective it is used in treating Alzheimer's disease. It is also used in treatment of gastric ulcers and IBS, because of its pitta-pacifying properties.
It reduces stress and anxiety due to calling effect and regular consumption of Brahmi helps in strengthening the immune system.
Always consult your doctor for better therapeutic results.