Brahmi is one of the most important herbs of Ayurvedic medicine. Brahmi is native to the marshy areas of India, and its therapeutic properties come from the bacosides and saponins on its leaves. When purified bacopa extracts and bacosides were given to animals, researchers noted that they improved their mental functions and learning ability. Brain scans on humans also revealed that brahmi enhances the effects of the neurotransmitters GABA, serotonin, and acetylocholine. This can explain why brahmi is recommended to treat depression and anxiety. Brahmi is also used as a natural antioxidant to protect brain cells and nutrients from free radical damage. Traditional Ayurvedic texts recommend taking 5-10 mg of powdered brahmi daily, but double-blind modern-day studies on humans show that 300-450 mg of brahmi with 55% bacosides is most effective.
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