Gotu Kola 1 oz.

Botanical Name: Centella asiatica

Common Names: Gotu Kola, Brahmi (in Ayurveda), Centella, Asiatic Pennywort

Description: Gotu Kola is a low-growing, creeping perennial herb native to the damp, tropical wetlands of Asia, India, and Africa. Revered in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda as a supreme longevity and mind-tonic herb, Gotu Kola is known as the "herb of enlightenment." With fan-shaped leaves that bear a striking resemblance to the two hemispheres of the brain, it acts as a premier nervine adaptogen to enhance mental clarity, support memory, strengthen microcirculation, and nourish connective tissue integrity.

Energetics: Cool, Sweet, Bitter, Astringent, Adaptogenic

Key Constituents: The therapeutic potency of Gotu Kola is driven by a unique group of triterpenoid saponins known as centellosides (specifically asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid). These active compounds support collagen synthesis, protect nerve tissue, and improve vascular wall tone.

Traditional Uses: Gotu Kola is a profound tonic for the mind, skin, and circulatory system. It is traditionally used to:

• Enhance cognitive function, support memory, mental focus, and ease age-related mental fatigue

• Strengthen veins, capillaries, and connective tissue, making it an exceptional ally for venous health and microcirculation

• Promote healthy skin healing, tissue repair, and collagen production

• Calm nervous tension, reduce anxiety, and support a balanced, resilient response to stress

Preparation: Gotu Kola's water- and alcohol-soluble constituents make it versatile to prepare.

• Infusion (Tea): Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried gotu kola herb in a covered cup of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes.

• Tincture: A concentrated liquid extract for daily cognitive or circulatory support.

• Culinary & Fresh: Fresh leaves are traditionally eaten in salads or blended into green juices in its native growing regions.

Disclaimer: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before using therapeutic doses, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking prescription medications.