Brahmi
A small creeping herb of wet places, named for Brahma and taken for the mind: Ayurveda’s medhya rasayana for memory, learning, focus and calm.
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- ବ୍ରାହ୍ମୀ (Brahmi) · Brahmi
- Botanical name: Bacopa monnieri
- Family: Plantaginaceae
Key benefits
- Supports memory, learning and concentration
- Calming; used for anxiety and restlessness
- Supports sound sleep
- Traditionally given to children for learning, as advised
- Cooling; used for the skin and hair
Commonly used for
- Poor memory and concentration
- Stress, anxiety and restlessness
- Sleeplessness
- Mental fatigue
- Hair fall (as an oil)
- Epilepsy and nervous disorders, under treatment
How it is used
- As powder or juice, as advised
- As tablets or classical formulations (Brahmi ghrita)
- Brahmi oil for the head
- With milk or ghee
- For children, only on the doctor’s advice
Related care at the clinic
- Child care
- Chronic and old diseases
A word before you take any herb
This page describes traditional uses in general terms. It is not a prescription: the right herb, its dose and its form depend on the person, and some herbs should be avoided in pregnancy, in children or alongside other medicines. Please consult the doctor before taking any herb.
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