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Supports the mind and intellect
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Supports normal mental acuity
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Supports the physiological processes involved in relaxation
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Has an adaptogenic effect
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Used historically as a potent nerve tonic
Used in Ayurveda for centuries, Bacopa (Bacopa monniera) is included in the Brahmi category of herbs, supporting normal function of the mind, intellect, consciousness and good spirit. According to Alternative Medicine Review (March 4004), "Recent research has focused primarily on Bacopa's cognitive effects, specifically memory, learning and concentration, and results support the traditional Ayurvedic claims.
Bacopa is also a powerful antioxidant, supports normal levels of antioxidant and enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPX), maintaining the structural integrity of the mitochondrial membrane that is an important respiratory organelle within the cell. (NIH, PubMed, 2005).