Centella Asiatica

Centella asiatica, also known as gotu kola, considered the “herb of longevity” and an essential ingredient in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Centella asiatica is known as a brain-booster, since it improves cognitive function and memory, even after a stroke. It is also thought to improve nerve function, and has been shown to have a positive effect on the behavioral abnormalities seen in Alzheimer’s disease. It also appears to reduce anxiety and stress by regulating the activity of neurotransmitters, called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). By influencing how GABA is absorbed by the brain, centella asiatica is able to relieve anxiety without a sedative effect, meaning it can be used to treat depression, insomnia, and chronic fatigue. Loaded with calcium, iron, potassium, and vitamins A, C, and B2, centella asiatica is also an excellent source of dietary fiber and supplement that boosts overall health.