Description:  

Also known as Brahmi, Bacopa is an Ayurvedic herb used in rasayana formulas for improved brain function. It is often confused with Gotu Kola. Bacopa studies show promise of it being a powerful anti-oxidant, anti-convulsant and anti-depressant.

Uses:  Bacopa is used to enhance the learning process and memory fuctions of the brain as well as for epilepsy. An interesting study involving training animals revealed "content of the brain tissue collected from the animals given Bacopa Plus showed an increase in the level of serotonin content in the group as compared to the control and other group." This may also be attributed to bacopa's anti-depressant properties. It may be useful for cancer patients experiencing pain.[1]

Actions:  

Nerve tonic
Adaptogen
Anti-Oxidant
Anti-Microbial
Anti-Fungal
Sedative
Cardio Tonic
Anti-convulsant
Anti-depressant