Description
Organic Gotu Kola Extract Powder (Centella Asiatica) is a lush, green plant with green leaves that grows on the ground to a length about 10 meters. It is commonly found on hillsides, hassocks and roadsides or in dank areas of light forests in South-East Asia. The herb was traditionally seen as the plant of longevity and it remains a staple in traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Indonesian medicine.
With the rich composition of bioactive compounds in gotu kola and the diverse health benefits, it has emerged as a valuable dietary supplement for promoting overall well-being. As research continues to uncover its multifaceted effects, it will likely to play an increasingly important role in maintaining both physical and mental health. Many people assert the gotu kola can boost brainpower, heal skin blemishes, and enhance liver and kidney health.
Function
People use organic gotu kola extract powder for a variety of reasons.
- Cognitive Function and Memory. Gotu kola contains triterpenoids, a class of compounds with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These compounds may help protect the brain from damage and promote cognitive function. Studies have shown that the extract can improve memory, concentration, and focus. For instance, a study of mice showed improvements in learning and memory and particularly among older mice.
- Anxiety and Stress. A research review in 2013 of anxiolytic herbal products concluded the herb has an acute anti-anxiety effect. Another study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found that gotu kola extract extract was effective in reducing anxiety in rats. The rats were given different doses of gotu kola extract extract for four weeks, and the results showed that the extract significantly reduced anxiety levels compared to the control group.
- Improved Sleep. A study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, found that gotu kola extract may improve sleep quality, which can also help to reduce anxiety and stress. The study involved 60 people who were given 400 mg of gotu kola extract or a placebo for eight weeks. The results showed that the gotu group had significantly better sleep quality than the placebo group.
- Skin Health. Gotu kola is a rich source of vitamins A and C, which are essential for skin health. These vitamins play a role in collagen production, which contributes to skin elasticity and youthful appearance. Additionally, gotu kola extract contains saponins, compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that may help protect the skin from damage and promote wound healing.
- Joint Pain & Arthritis. A study published in the journal Phytomedicine found that gotu kola extract was effective in reducing joint pain in rats. The rats were given different doses of gotu kola extract extract for four weeks, and the results showed that the extract significantly reduced joint pain levels compared to the control group. Another study, published in the journal International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases, found that gotu kola extract may improve joint mobility, which can also help to reduce joint pain. The study involved 60 people with osteoarthritis who were given 400 mg of gotu kola extract extract or a placebo for eight weeks. The results showed that the gotu extract group had significantly better joint mobility than the placebo group.
- Heart Health. Gotu kola extract may provide reduced risk for cardiovascular disease. The plant can reduce myocardial oxygen consumption, strengthen the myocardial contraction force and protect myocardial cell. The herbal also dilates blood vessels, increases coronary blood flow, inhibit platelet aggregation, and reduces blood viscosity.
- Wound Healing. Gotu Kola contains triterpenoids and saponins, which have been shown to promote wound healing by stimulating the growth of new skin cells. Studies have demonstrated that gotu kola extract extract can accelerate wound healing and reduce scarring.
Suggested use
The suggested daily dose 400 mg – 1,200 mg taken once or in two equal-sized doses. This corresponds to 1 – 3 scoops.
Ingredients
Organic Gotu Kola Extract Powder (Centella Asiatica). Made by 20x water extraction. Contains no fillers.
Organic Gotu Kola Extract
Suggestions
A few products with some similarities are Huperzine, Ginkgo, Bacopa Monnieri, Gotu Kola, NAC, CoQ10, Fisetin, Rutin, Sialic Acid, Sunflower Lecithin, Pterostilbene, Alpha GPC, L-Threonine, Phosphatidylserine, and PQQ.
Disclaimer
The various effects are not guaranteed and results may vary due to several factors between different people.
We strive to ensure the accuracy of the information provided by the manufacturers and recommend that you read all labels and warnings. However, the information is not a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
