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"The simplest one is gotu kola, which helps rebuild our nervous system and our brain. Take gotu kola capsules all day for better clarity during the day and better sleep at night." Hadady has developed a memory soup that "renourishes the brain and has a number of moistening blood building herbs." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"He saw me reading about gotu kola and told me that this plant is often used as a tea in his country, primarily for enhancing memory and rejuvenating energy. gotu kola contains no caffeine. Studies have also demonstrated that gotu kola is effective in treating inflammation and in stimulating the immune system. gotu kola contains chemicals called saponins, which inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. Consequently, gotu kola has been an important remedy in the ancient Indian medicinal tradition called ayurveda and today is held in high esteem by herbalist physicians all over the world." - Stephen T., M.D. Sinatra, Optimum Health - A Cardiologist's Prescription for Optimum Health (Get the book.)

"The simplest one is gotu kola, which helps rebuild our nervous system and our brain. Take gotu kola capsules all day for better clarity during the day and better sleep at night." Hadady has developed a memory soup that "renourishes the brain and has a number of moistening blood building herbs." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"John's-wort, flaxseed oil, fish oil, omega-3 fatty acids, red clover, ginseng, rice bran oil, wild yam, calcium, gotu kola, licorice root, sage, sarsaparilla, passionflower, chaste berry, ginkgo, and valerian root. None of these have been subjected to controlled trials. However, since they are not associated with major health risks, it is okay to try them. Heidi Nelson, M.D." - J. Douglas Bremner, Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Get the book.)

"It's amazing that a natural plant like gotu kola not only enhances wound healing but is also capable of distinguishing and inhibiting angiogenesis and tumor growth. Scientists at the Amala Research Center in Kerala, India, have tested gotu kola against cultured tumor cells and found that gotu kola was effective in destroying 100 percent of the cultured tumor cells. The gotu kola used was a 5:1 concentrated extract. It was completely nontoxic to healthy cells, thereby displaying its selective toxicity to tumor cells only." - Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine, Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment (Get the book.)

"Centella, or gotu kola, has aroused much curiosity in American consumers. Many confuse gotu kola with kolanuts and assume gotu kola's rejuvenating activity is nothing more than the stimulant effect of caffeine. However, gotu kola is not related to the kolanut (Cola nitida or Cola acuminata), nor does it contain any caffeine. Pharmacology Centella asiatica, specifically the triterpenes, exerts remarkable wound-healing activity. Although the exact mechanism of action has not yet been fully determined, a number of interesting observations have been made." - Michael T. Murray, N.D., The Healing Power of Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide to the Wonders of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

"Centella, or gotu kola, has aroused much curiosity in American consumers. Many confuse gotu kola with kolanuts and assume gotu kola's rejuvenating activity is nothing more than the stimulant effect of caffeine. However, gotu kola is not related to the kolanut (Cola nitida or Cola acuminata), nor does it contain any caffeine. PHARMACOLOGY Centella asiatica, specifically the triterpenes, exerts remarkable wound-healing activity. Although the exact mechanism of action has not yet been fully determined, a number of interesting observations have been made." - Michael T. Murray, ND, Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 1 (Get the book.)

"Healing foods for wounds, sprains, muscle soreness, etc ***** brewer s yeast ***** yam ***** peas ***** bayleaf ***** celery seeds ***** gotu kola Healing herbs for wounds, sprains, muscle soreness, etc ***** elderberry ***** black cohosh ***** gotu kola ***** hops ***** echinacea ***** wild ginger ***** mulberry branch ***** anise ***** valerian root ***** chamomile Healing nutrients and phytochemicals for wounds, sprains, muscle soreness, etc ***** zinc ***** chlorophyll ***** vitamin (_ Products to consider for injuries: *" Recovazon and Sangre de Drago (www.AmazonDreams." - Mike Adams, Natural Health Solutions (Get the book.)

"Scientists at the Amala Research Center in Kerala, India, have tested gotu kola against cultured tumor cells and found that gotu kola was effective in destroying 100 percent of the cultured tumor cells. The gotu kola used was a 5:1 concentrated extract. It was completely nontoxic to healthy cells, thereby displaying its selective toxicity to tumor cells only. In follow-up studies on animals, gotu kola extract more than doubled the life span of mice with tumors and displayed a remarkable lack of toxicity." - Donald R. Yance, j r.,C.N., M.H., A.H.G., with Arlene Valentine, Herbal Medicine, Healing and Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment (Get the book.)

"Together, these herbs help strengthen circulation, which over time should reduce the formation of new varicose veins—during pregnancy or at other times in your life. Exercise helps too. Suggested dose: One dropperful of a ginkgo-gotu kola extract three times a day. An herb shop can mix it for you, or you can combine them into a dropper bottle yourself. Allow a few months to gauge results. • Horse Chestnut Helps Drain Veins (jermany's version of the Food and Drug Administration, known as Commission E, has gone on record supporting the use of horse chestnut extract to treat varicose veins." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"And there are reports of a Chinese herbalist, Li Ching Yun, who supposedly lived to be 256 years old and was a regular consumer of gotu kola. Gotu kola is known to strengthen the body's membranes, help restore strength to the venous walls and connective tissue, calm the mind, improve neural transport, and help the body detoxify. It is believed 1 UJ to improve the movement of energy from the left and right brain hemispheres." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.) "Both when taken internally and when applied topically in the form of an oil or salve, gotu kola can help stimulate collagen production, improve cutaneous microcirculation, and stimulate cellular mitosis. It can prevent scar formation and improve wound healing time and is used in the treatment of burns, eczema, gangrene, hemorrhoids, leprosy, lupus, and psoriasis. It also can encourage the healing of skin grafts. Edible Uses The fresh leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. In Asia you can find a variety of gotu-kola-based sodas. Other Uses Gotu kola is often taken as a brain tonic." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"Herbs that Lower Cholesterol_ The most helpful herbs for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides are ginger, cayenne, raw garlic, and onions; also take ginkgo biloba, gotu kola as directed, and red clover as directed. Mineral that Lowers Cholesterol_ Potassium is the superstar mineral for lowering hypertension and cholesterol. Generally taken at 500 mg a day, it will help significantly. Phytochemicals that Lower Cholesterol The healing phytochemicals in fruits and fruit juices are also very important." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Gotu kola has been used as a tonic for a long time, and many claim an energizing effect from its use. A popular book on nutritional supplements states that the herb contains caffeine. This isn't true. The author of that book has confused gotu kola with a completely different herb, Cola nitida, which does contain caffeine. Gotu kola is a staple of Chinese traditional medicine as well as Ayurvedic medicine, where it is known as brahmi. It has been reputed to treat leprosy, tuberculosis, uterine cancer, wounds, arthritis, syphilis, stuttering and hemorrhoids." - Sheldon Saul Hendler, The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia (Get the book.)

"Except for the rare person who is allergic to gotu kola, no significant adverse effects are experienced with internal or topical use of this herb.9 GREATER CELANDINE Botanical name: Chelidonium majus Parts used and where grown Greater celandine grows primarily in Europe and Asia, although it has been introduced in North America. The leaves and small yellow flowers of greater celandine are used as medicine. Although the roots and rhizomes of the plant have also been used medicinally, most clinical trials have used the above-ground parts of the plant collected at the time of flowering." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"In Chinese medicine, gotu kola, is indicated in premature ageing, memory and learning impairment, mental disorders including neurosis, schizophrenia, epilepsy and convulsions; chronic skin diseases, venereal diseases. The powdered herb, mixed with water or sesamum oil, is prescribed for application to eczema, psoriasis, festering sores and other chronic conditions. The legendary Chinese herbalist, Lee Ching-yuen, who, according to a folk-lore, died in 1933 at the age of 256, recommended gotu kola above all other herbs for prolonging life." - C. P. Khare, Indian Herbal Remedies: Rational Western Therapy, Ayurvedic and Other Traditional Usage, Botany (Get the book.)

"Four cases of contact dermatitis were reported when a gotu kola ointment was used to treat keloids, burn scarring, or hypertrophic scarring. The rashes appeared in 4 days to 2 weeks and consisted of pruritic, oozing, papular, eczematous lesions. Positive patch tests were obtained in all 4 cases (Eun & Lee, 1985). Eczema was reported on the fingers of a woman's hand after treating a keloid with Madecassol® for 3 months. Patch testing showed allergic contact dermatitis (Hausen, 1993)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Saponins in gotu kola beneficially affect collagen (the material that makes up connective tissue) to inhibit its production in hyperactive scar tissue following burns or wounds.22 Are there any side effects or interactions? Refer to the individual herb for information about any side effects or interactions. Holistic approaches that may be helpful Acupuncture may be useful in the treatment of serious burns." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"A red, vesicular reaction with exudation and intense pruritus appeared after 20 days of treatment with a gotu kola containing cream (Centelase®). The reaction started at the point of application of the cream and later spread to the trunk and limbs. The rash cleared after treatment with prednisone 25 milligrams/day for.a week. Patch testing to Centelase cream was positive (++plus;) (Danese et al, 1994). Fertility: Infertility is a possible adverse effect." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Healing foods for Anxiety and Nervousness ***** wild rice A A A** chia seeds ***** lettuce ***** nori ***** mulberries ***** kava ***** apricot ***** cloves ***** oats ***** olives ***** plum ***** skullcap (also scullcap) ***** valerian root ***** kava kava ***** valerian root ***** gotu kola ***** black cohosh ***** borage ***** geranium ***** blue vervain ***** lavender ***** basil ***** wheat grass ***** passion flower ***** St." - Mike Adams, Natural Health Solutions (Get the book.)

"Characteristics: gotu kola is almost tasteless and odorless. Habitat: The plant is indigenous to southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka, parts of China, western South Sea Islands, Madagascar, South Africa, southeast U.S., Mexico, Venezuela, Columbia, and eastern South America. Production: The plant is gathered throughout the year and dried in the sun." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.) "These tests show the sedative and antidepressive effects of gotu kola. Ulcer-protective effect: Asiaticoid (suspended in propylene glycol) administered orally to rats, significantly reduced the formation of ulcers. Antimicrobial effect: Using the puncture test procedure, asiaticoid showed the development of effectual zones with Pseudomonas pyocyaneus and Trichoderma mentagrophytes. Healing effect: Asiaticoid mixture accelerated the healing process of wounds in rats in repeated skin injury tests." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Gotu Kola. gotu kola, another herb associated with longevity, increases vitality and stamina, and reinforces memory. Elephants graze on gotu kola and live to be seventy in the wild, where they usually die of starvation, not illness. This herb may lower blood pressure. Green Tea. Chinese green tea, in particular, has well-documented cancer-fighting properties in animals and humans. Regular consumption of green tea appears to counteract the negative effects of mutagens and carcinogens released in meat cooked at high temperatures." - Gary Null, Gary Null's Power Aging (Get the book.)

"Whether used topically or internally, gotu kola hastens recovery periods and reduces scar formation. Drink an infusion of 1 tbsp of the whole plant per cup of water, or take 2 ml of a 1:1 tincture or 60 mg in capsule form three times daily. Horsetail: This is a slightly sweet, cooling, and astringent plant, closely related to ferns. The early spring stems are used to make medicine, as the mature plant contains higher levels of potentially irritating silica. Horsetail increases the tone and strength of connective tissue, while also acting as a mild diuretic." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Related Species Marsh pennywort (Hydrocotyle vulgaris) is a related European species, but, unlike gotu kola, it does not have any known therapeutic uses. Key Constituents ¦ Triterpenoid saponins (asiaticocide, brahmoside, thankuniside) Gotu kola is found growing wild throughout India. Habitat & Cultivation Gotu kola is native to India and the southern US." - Andrew Chevallier, The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.) "Other research gotu kola is known to thin the blood, and, in large dosages, it helps to lower blood sugar levels. Traditional & Current Uses ¦ Leprosy & skin disorders Gotu kola has been used for thousands of Parts Used Aerial parts have valuable tonic and cleansing properties. Gotu Kola A perennial, herbaceous creeper growing to 20 in (50 cm), with fan-shaped leaves. years in India and still has a central place in Ayurvedic medicine. It is used specifically to treat leprosy, skin ulcers, and other skin problems." - Andrew Chevallier, The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.) "Dried gotu kola Fresh gotu kola leaves Gotu kola powder Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, p. 94) leaves were traditionally used by Aborigines to treat fevers and infections. Eucalyptus is a i warming and m stimulant herb. As well as being ¦ strongly antiseptic, ¦ it is effective in relieving colds, coughs, and sore throats. Dried eucalyptus leaves J Cornsilk (Zea mays, p. 152) is a remedy for problems affecting the urinary system. Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra, p. 144), soothes the mucous . membranes. Saw palmetto (Sabal serrulala, p." - Andrew Chevallier, The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants (Get the book.)

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