Monterey Club Bacopa Monnieri Powder 454 Grams

Bacopa monnieri forms dense mats in marshes and along riverbanks, it is cultivated as an ornamental for ponds and other landscaping water elements. Historically, the plant has been used by Ayurvedic practitioners for centuries to counter anxiety and stress and enhance mental clarity.

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quick look

information at a glance

origin	India
active compounds	Alkaloids and saponins, including apigenin, bacosides, brahmine, cucurbitacin, herpestine, hersaponin, D-mannitol, plantainoside B and monnierasides I–III.
plant part used	leaf
processing	powder

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tips	Store in a sealed container in a cool dark cabinet or pantry.
appearance & aroma	Greenish-brown powder without significant aroma.
flavor profile	Bitter and chalky. Ayurvedic qualities include cooling virya (action), sweet rasa (taste) and sweet vipaka (transformed after digestion).

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uses

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wellness	Encapsulate as a dietary supplement.
safety	Bacopa monnieri is considered safe for most people, although nausea and diarrhea have been reported. Due to a lack of toxicology studies, use of this herb is not recommended during pregnancy. In theory, this herb may increase the effects of certain medications, including drugs to treat glaucoma and Alzheimer's disease. In addition,