GOTU KOLA
| GOTU KOLA, Centella asiatica |
| Parts used: Herb |
| Constituents: Vallerin, Volatile oil, Triterpenola glycosides, Alkaloids,
Phytosterols, Mg |
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| Actions |
Indications |
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Nervine |
It revitalizes the nerves and brain cells thus increasing
intelligence, longevity and memory.
Anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, epilepsy, SLE, hepatitis, MS |
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Anti-rheumatic |
Peripheral mainly, poor circulation |
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Diuretic |
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Dermatological agent
Alterative |
Also used after surgery for wound healing, scleroderma |
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Vasodilator |
High blood pressure |
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Rejuvenative |
Premature ageing,
(decreases adhesions), hair
loss |
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Adaptogen |
Gotu kola feeds the immune system and adrenal glands, low
libido |
Anti-fibrotic
Anti-tumour |
Endometriosis, tumours |
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Herbal extract,
20-40mL per week |
| Energetics: Bitter, sweet, cooling. Dosha: VPK= |
| Caution: May aggravate itching, in large doses may cause headaches, temporary loss of consciousness |
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