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Gotu kola

Gotu kola is a well-known herb which acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and aid for tissue regeneration. Gotu kola is an herb which is believed to have been used over a thousand years ago in India and China. Healers in India used gotu kola to treat skin inflammations and as a mild diuretic and in China to treat emotional disorders, such as depression, that may be caused by physical problems. It has also been used to reduce fevers, to relieve congestion due to colds and upper respiratory infections and as a nerve tonic to promote relaxation and to enhance memory. Gotu kola extract contains a number of pharmacologically active triterpene compounds, including asiatic acid, madecassic acid, asiaticoside, and madecassoside. In addition, gotu kola contains the flavonoids kaempferol, quercetin, and their glycosides. It is known that healthy brain function involves the transmission of messages by healthy nerve cells; the composition of the invention promotes mental alertness by enhancing circulation and inhibiting the formation of brain amyloid deposits. Gotu kola has traditionally been used for healthy brain function. Numerous studies have shown gotu kola to be effective in the treatment of varicose veins. Gotu kola appears to aid the formation of collagen and elastin, resulting in improved strength of the connective tissue sheath surrounding the veins and capillaries, reduction in hardening and improved elasticity of the blood vessels, improved blood flow through the veins and capillaries, and improved permeability of the vessel walls. Recent studies have shown that gotu kola may have a positive effect on the circulatory system by strengthening the veins and capillaries, thereby improving the flow of blood throughout the body. It has been reported that it has been successfully used to treat phlebitis, leg cramps, leg swelling and other circulatory related problems in the legs. It is believed that its beneficial effect on circulation may help improve memory and brain function.

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