USEFUL HERBS FOR BRAIN AND MEMORY

   1.GILOY STEM

Giloy carries anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. This herb has been used in Ayurvedic rasayanas since centuries which is very helpful in building up the immune system and the body's confrontation against definite infecting organisms. In a scientific study conducted using human WBC (white blood corpuscles), the Ayurvedic herb helps in increasing the killing ability of macrophages, the resistant cells those are accountable for fighting foreign materials as well as microorganisms . There are many uses of Tinospora cordifolia. The stem powder is used in conditions like generalized weakness , dyspepsia, pyrexias of unknown origin (fevers), swine flu and many urinary tract infections. The bitter properties present in the drug show antiperiodic and antispasmodic properties which is again helpful in preventing swine flu. This wonderful Ayurvedic herb helps in raising the efficiency of protective WBC (white blood cells) and builds up the body's own protection mechanism known as immune system.

                                                                       2.GINGER

Ginger is a tropical plant that has green-purple flowers and an aromatic underground stem (called a rhizome). It is commonly used for cooking and medicinal purposes. Historically, ginger has been used in Asian medicine to treat stomach aches, nausea, and diarrhea. Today, ginger root powder is used as a folk or traditional remedy for postsurgery nausea; nausea caused by motion, chemotherapy, and pregnancy; rheumatoid arthritis; osteoarthritis; and joint and muscle pain.

                                       3.BRAHMI

 Brahmi, or Bacopa monnieri, is a therapeutic plant used in Ayurveda for many purposes. Modern research has even begun to evaluate Brahmi’s role against several neurological diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, and schizophrenia. Although we need to be clear that Brahmi isn’t a cure or treatment for any of these health issues, supplementation with the herb has been evaluated and the results are interesting discussion nonetheless.

 

                            4.ASHWAGANDHA POWDER

Ashwagandha is a valued medicine which aids in healing from various brain diseases. The roots and leaves of ashwagandha have anti-stress, hypnotic and sedative qualities which makes it an effective anti-depressant remedy. It exhibits remarkable improvement in the factors related to anxiety and is valuable in treating the individuals suffering from depression.

                                  5. CINNAMON

 Cinnamon spice has been prized as a health boosting food which brings relief in numerous health conditions including brain diseases. Scientific studies reveal that cinnamon contains active fat component such as cinnamyl alcohol, cinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate which exerts inhibitory action, cures cognitive impairment and contributes in the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s disease.

                                  6.GOTUKOLA

Gotu kola has a long history in the folk medicines of India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Madagascar and is still widely used in these countries today. It has been used for generations in India to promote relaxation, improve memory, and aid meditation. In traditional Chinese medicine, the herb is believed to promote longevity. The Chinese name for gotu kola translates to "fountain of youth." A Sri Lankan legend says that elephants have long lives because they eat gotu kola.

                                   
                                     7.TURMERIC

Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Curcuma or haldi contains neuroprotective components such as phenylheptanoids, monoterpenes and most importantly curcumin which have tremendous antioxidant potential that may prove valuable in the prevention and treatment of various brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s diseases. These components provide immense scale of protection to the neuronal cells and tissues against beta-amyloid depositions and brain lipid peroxidation. Curcuma oil helps in healing many mental disorders owing to its modulatory action on the response mechanism of nitric oxide system to cerebral ischemia injury. It exerts anticonvulsant activities which help in calming the hyper excited state of the brain and is useful in curing brain disorders such as Parkinson’s disease.