Description
Bacopa Monnieri is a creeping plant.
It is perennial.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It crawls up to One Meter.
Best used for Memory Loss.
Note 1. In India, there are two herbs for the brain. Bacopa Monnieri and Indian Pennywort. Most people consider them to be similar. Well they both benefit the brain. And, that's where the similarity ends.
In fact, they possess different properties.
Both promote cognitive memory. Bacopa Monnieri is better of the two.
Bacopa Monnieri is used for treating disorders. Indian Pennywort is used as a tonic for improving mental health. The first is curative the second is preventive, to arrest premature decline in mental activity.
Use Bacopa Monnieri when Insanity or Epilepsy have already set it. Use Indian Pennywort when you are healthy and have reached the age of 50.
Bacopa Monnieri, Brahmi, enhances fertility. It will help the embryo to stay in the Uterus.
Indian Pennywort , Mandukaparni, on the other hand, may cause the uterus to reject the embryo.
Bacopa Monnieri, Brahmi is bitter. Indian Pennywort is an astringent.
Bacopa Monnieri is warm in nature and Indian Pennywort is cool in nature.
Combines well with Bael to fight Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Dosage Fresh juice of Brahmi: 10-20 ml
Powder of Brahmi: 2 – 3 grams in divided dose per day in adults.
Note 2. Some people call Bacopa Monnieri as Aindri, But it should not be confused with
Amomum Subulatum which is also known as Aindri.
At some places
Centella Asiatica is also known as Brahmi, But its widely accepted names are Mandukaparni or Gotu kola.
Bacopa Monnieri General
Bacopa Monnieri is a Tonic for the Brain and the Nerves. It promotes mental health and rejuvenates an aging brain. It improves Cognition and Mental Acuity. It sharpens the Intellect and enhances consciousness. This very function becomes more important when it is used to treat and cure diseases like Insanity, Convulsions, Senility and Epilepsy.
It is an excellent herb when you want to enhance the speed of learning, increase retention and boost memory; like in children.
It sedates but does not dull the mind. It improves mental clarity.
Bacopa Monnieri is used as a Diuretic.
Some times a bad liver may not allow the benefits of Bacopa Monnieri to reach the Brain. If you suspect that the patient has an ineffective liver, but still needs Brahmi for the Brain, try the transdermal route. Massage the head with Bacopa Monnieri essential oil. It works just as well.
If you are not the capsule type and believe in growing your own plants, I must warn you that it is bitter in taste. Do not hesitate in adding sugar or honey to the leaves.
It inhibits cholinesterase and reduces the formation of amyloid plaque in the brain which leads to Alzheimer.
Bacopa Monnieri is beneficial in Skin Problems. It causes the blood vessels to dilate and improves circulation in the Skin.
In Ayurveda, Bacopa Monnieri pacifies the Kapha and Pitta dosha. It has light and cooling property. It tastes bitter and sweet. The sub-taste of Bacopa Monnieri is astringent.
Bacopa Monnieri is a Kidney stimulant herb. It promotes the efficient functioning by the Kidneys.
It increases the production of both T4 and T3 levels in the blood.
It fights against the Helicobacter Pylori (H. pylori) bacteria. Helicobacter Pylori enters the body and causes Ulcer in the stomach, it may lead to Stomach Cancer.
Caution
Avoid giving Brahmi in powder or capsule form, for children up to 5 years of age.
For children from 5 to12 years of age, Brahmi powder or capsule can be given in a dose of 200 mg per day.
For 12 to 18 years of age, give Brahmi extract capsule 250 mg, and powder up to 2 grams once or twice a day, after food. It should be mixed with ghee or honey.
For adults, Bacopa extract up to 400 to 2000 mg, can be given once or twice a day after food.
Do not take Brahmi for more than 2 months.
Brahmi is safe to consume during pregnancy but for a very short duration of 1 to 2 weeks. It is safe to take during lactation.
Consult your doctor before taking this herb.
Single HerbMake thick paste of Bacopa Monnieri leaves juice with molten petroleum jelly. Apply it as an ointment over affected areas.
Attention : We can reuse hardened jelly for a long time that we get after each application.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) for Fatigue
Take 200 ml fresh plant juice of Bacopa Monnieri . Boil with same quantity of Ghee. Have one tsp twice a day.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) for Fever
MIx One teacup each of plant juice of Bacopa Monnieri and ghee. Boil it. Drink 5 ml twice a day.
Boil 200 ml Fresh plant juice of Bacopa Monnieri with 200 gram Ghee. Take one tsp twice a day.
Boil Bacopa Monnieri juice with Ghee by taking them in equal proportion. Have 1 tsp per day for few days.
Take fresh juice of Bacopa Monnieri leaves and Ghee in equal proportion. Boil them. Take 5 ml twice a day.
Boil Bacopa Monnieri plant juice with ghee. Take one tsp twice a day. Use it for few days.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) for Cough
Crush Bacopa Monnieri plant. Boil it to make poultice. Use it on chest for half an hour. Repeat it, for few days.
Extract juice from Bacopa Monnieri leaves. Mix it with molten petroleum jelly. Apply on the affected areas when bearably hot.
Mix Bacopa Monnieri leaves juice with molten petroleum jelly. Apply on affected areas when bearably warm.
OR : Mix leaf juice of Bacopa Monnieri with paraffin wax. Apply on affected parts.
Massage the scalp with Bacopa Monnieri oil. This oil is easily available in the market.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) for Grey Hairs
Massage your scalp and hairs using Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) oil. Use it twice a week.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) as Memory Enhancer
The Nootropic property of Bacopa Monerri helps to enhance the Memory and Concentration.
Grind dried Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) herb to make powder. Consume 5 grams of it with a glass of Milk, twice a day.
Boil leaf juice of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) with Clarified Butter. Take 4 ml of it twice a day.
Warm the leaves of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ). Apply Castor oil on it. Bandage them over painful joints.
Take 4 to 5 leaves of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ). Soak in half glass of water overnight. Add 2 Almonds ( Badam ) and grind. Mix little sugar and milk. Drink it once a day.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) as Nervine
Soak 4 to 5 leaves of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) in water overnight. The next morning, grind the leaves with 2 Almonds ( Badam ) and one teaspoon of Sugar. Add milk in it. Drink it once a day.
OR : Extract the juice of Bacopa Monnieri leaves by grinding and squeezing it. Mix the juice with Honey. Consume 1 teaspoon of this mixture daily.
Make a paste of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves. Apply it on affected parts for half an hour twice a day.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves for Abscess
Prepare a paste of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves by adding little water. Apply on affected parts twice or thrice a day.
Take 2 teaspoons juice of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves. Have it with Cow's milk and juice apply on affected parts too.
Extract the juice of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves. Take one teaspoon twice a day.
For Children : Apply lukewarm juice of Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves over abdomen area.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves for Bruises
Take fresh Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves. Grind them with little water. Apply paste on affected parts twice a day.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves for Baldness
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) gives healthy roots to the hair and prevents hair fall.
Make a paste of fresh Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) Leaves. Apply it on scalp for an hour. Wash with lukewarm water.
OR : If fresh leaves are not available, powder dried Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ). Soak in lukewarm water overnight. Apply it next morning for an hour. Do it thrice a week.
Massage warm Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) oil on your scalp and leave it for around an hour. Then take a bath with warm water. It is a quite beneficial remedy for Stammering.
Bacopa Monniera as a Nootropic
The juice of whole plant have Nootropic properties. It also provides tranquilizing effect.
Mix fresh juice of Bacopa Monnieri leaves and Ghee in equal proportion. Have 1 teaspoon per day.
Extract the juice of Brahmi leaves by grinding and squeezing them. Take 1 teaspoon of the juice 2 times a day. You may also add Honey to improve the taste.
Extract the juice of Brahmi leaves by grinding and squeezing them. Take 1 teaspoon of the juice 2 times a day. You may also add Honey to improve the taste
Grind dried Bacopa Monnieri leaves, Cumin seeds and Sugar to make a fine powder. Consume 1 teaspoon of this mixture.
In case of Children : Apply the paste of Bacopa Monnieri leaves to the child's navel.
Take dried Bacopa Monnieri herb powder, Snow Lotus root powder and Honey in a ratio of 5:4:6. Consume it once a day.
It cures Nervous Debility.
Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) for Leprosy
Take Bacopa Monnieri fresh leaves and dry them in shade. Grind it to make a fine powder. Consume 3 grams of this powder, two times a day.
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Take the following herbs in equal quantity :
Celastrus Paniculatus, Butterfly Pea, Indian Pennywort, Bacopa Monnieri, Withania Somnifera .
Grind them together. Have 1/4 teaspoon with lukewarm water daily.
Herbal Treatment For Frizzy Hair 11
Take following herbs in mentioned quantity :
200 g Indian Gooseberry ( Amla )
200 g Acacia Concinna ( Shikakai )
20 g Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi )
1 g Asphaltum ( Shilajit )
40 g dried Pomegranate peel ( Anar ka chilka )
20 g Eclipta Alba ( Bhringraaj )
Soak them overnight in any Iron bowl. Grind to make paste. Apply it on your Hair and Scalp. Wash after 3 hours with lukewarm water. Do not use shampoo. You may use Shampoo next day.
Herbal Treatment For Macular Degeneration 1
Cut 4-5 Indian Gooseberries ( Amla ) and remove their seeds. Now grind them and add 2 tablespoon Bacopa Monnieri ( Brahmi ) powder. Mix some Honey ( Shehad ) and have it twice a day.
Herbal Treatment For Hair Care 1
Everyone wants gorgeous hair that shines. Many products are available in the market for the same. These products give attractive look to your hair for some time. Any how they contain harmful chemicals that may cause permanent hair damage. For damaged hair it is difficult to regain its original form. It's better to go for natural products. For this purpose, we explain you the century old formula which makes your hair healthy, strong and shiny. This formula cures Dandruff. The combination of herbs given below will also cure Frizzy hair, making hair smooth and lustrous.
Ingredients you will need :
Orange : Santra : Peels : 100 gram
Indigofera Linifolia : Torki : 100 gram
Psoralea : Babchi : a small bottle
Camphor : Kapur : 3 to 4 pieces
I
ndian Gooseberry : Amla : Powder : 250gram
Eclipta Alba : Bhringraj : 100 gram
Almond : Badam : Oil : 100 ml
Bacopa Monnieri : Barami : Oil : 30 ml
All dried ingredients except Camphor place in a blender and blend coarsely. Now take 1 liter of your desired oil coconut oil and mustard oil preferable. Keep that oil on low flame. After 5 to 10 minutes, add all blended ingredients and oils too. Cover and wait until the ingredients turn to little dark. Switch off the flame. Add Camphor ( Kapur ). Cool and store in a glass bottle. Use lukewarm oil 2 or 3 times a week for an hour. Use natural or mild shampoo to wash.