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Gotu Kola

Centella asiatica
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Gotu kola is a creeping tropical plant revered in Ayurveda for its profound capacity to enhance mental clarity, memory, and nervous system vitality, earning it the title "herb of enlightenment." Its delicate fan-shaped leaves contain powerful wound-healing and vein-strengthening compounds that simultaneously calm the mind and fortify cognitive function, making it distinctive among adaptogens for bridging physical and mental restoration.

Parts Used

leaf, stem

Preparations

tea, tincture, capsule, powder, poultice

Typical Dosage

300–600mg standardized extract daily; 1–2 tsp dried leaf as tea 2–3x daily

Safety & Considerations

High doses may cause GI upset or drowsiness.

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