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atm
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 Posted: Sun Jan 07, 2007 12:45 am Post subject: Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica): Another Organic Miracle Herb! |
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Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) works absolute wonders.
I've been taking it for two months now.
I feel cooler (reduced sweating), more relaxed, sharper mentally and my sex drive has gone right up  .
Possible Benefits (the adjective possible is used here because Big Pharma won't endorse or research it, for obviou$ reasons :roll: ):
Increases mental acuity and boosts memory
Builds connective tissue
Promotes healthy blood vessels by strengthening veins and capillaries to improve circulation
Helpful for varicose veins
Reduces pain and swelling due to phlebitis
Works as nerve tonic to promote relaxation
Promotes healing after childbirth
Relieves congestion due to colds and upper respiratory infections
Helps reduce fevers
Acts as a mild diuretic
Read more here:
http://www.nutrasanus.com/gotu-kola.html
http://www.realmentalhealth.com/herbs/gotu_kola.asp
http://vitamins.ultimatefatburner.com/gotu-kola.html
http://www.nutriherb.net/gotu-kola.html
For more info just type 'Goto kola' into metacrawler (set filter preference to 'none').
If you want me to send you IFOAM certified organic Thai Goto kola please send me a PM.
www.ifoam.org
atm
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kathy
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| Posted: Sun Jan 07, 2007 10:40 am Post subject: |
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Wow ATM, I'll have some of that please.
Found this:
http://primary.net/~gic/herb/gotu.htm
How do you take it? Encapsulated?
PM me
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atm
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| Posted: Sat Jan 13, 2007 11:14 pm Post subject: |
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Yes, Kathy, the organic Gotu kola I take is encapsulated but do not let that put you off: It works -- really works 
I wake up very early in the morning absolutely charged up .
My energy levels are far, far higher (though the large doses of organic Thai neem and organic Thai turmeric might be factors too).
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atm
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| Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2007 7:06 am Post subject: |
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More on this simply amazing herb here:
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http://eatmoreherbs.com/zine/9_gotu_kola.html
Gotu kola (Hydrocotyle asiatica)
Gotu kola has been used in India and the islands of the Indian Ocean for centuries as a tonic and medicinal remedy. It is considered to be one of the best herbal tonics.
Part Used: Entire herb
Properties: Alterative, antiasthmatic, antispasmodic, blood purifier, diuretic, nervine
Primary nutrients: Catechol, epicatechol, magnesium, theobromine, vitamin K
Gotu kola has been used in India and the islands of the Indian Ocean for centuries as a tonic and medicinal remedy. It was believed to increase longevity and improve energy. Anciently, it was used to treat leprosy, calm the nerves, increase mental and physical power, to stimulate and rejuvenate the brain, to prevent nervous disorders, mental fatigue and senility.
Gotu kola is considered to be one of the best herbal tonics.
A tonic is a substance that works to put the body into balance or normality. To be in balance means to work properly and to be in a healthy state. An herbal tonic helps to promote an optimum state in the body systems. Gotu kola helps to gradually build the nervous system as a nervous system tonic. It has been used for many different ailments including nervous disorders, deficient mental function, memory problems, epilepsy and schizophrenia. It works by cleansing and purifying the blood by neutralizing acids and helps the body defend itself against toxins.
Studies have shown that the ingredient, asiaticoside, speeds the healing of wounds. It is considered a blood cleanser and is also effective for diseases of the lungs as well as leprosy.
It stimulates the capillaries and helps to improve brain function, varicose veins, and hypertension.
Gotu kola is often used to increase mental function and performance.
Many studies have confirmed the usefulness of gotu kola in improving brain function. It is commonly prescribed in Europe and India to improve mental function. Research done in India found the water extract of fresh leaves to help improve memory and learning. It was also found to help improve and overcome the negative effects associated with stress and fatigue.
Other clinical trials in India have found that gotu kola can help increase the I.Q. and mental ability of mentally retarded children. The children involved in the study showed improved mental capacity as well as improved behavior. It was given to the children in combination with capsicum and ginseng. This improved behavior and mental capacity can help individuals with mental and learning disabilities to achieve a higher quality of life.
Another study found improvement in the memory of rats when given the gotu kola extract. The learned behavior retention improved dramatically in the rats. The conclusion of the study was that gotu kola improves learning and memory.
Some natural health professionals recommend gotu kola for ADD. Gotu kola is considered food for the brain and nervous system and can help improve brain function which is a condition common among children suffering from ADD. Many have reported great improvement from using gotu kola such as improved memory, mental alertness, and longer attention span.
Gotu kola was used anciently to heal wounds and soothe cases of leprosy.
Probably the first studies done using gotu kola were with cases of leprosy.
The asiaticoside content of gotu kola has been used for years in Europe and the Far East to cure leprosy and tuberculosis.
Studies done recently on gotu kola have centered around this healing ability. It seems to be able to accelerate the time to heal wounds and skin diseases.
Gotu kola has shown to be beneficial in helping to repair tissue after surgery and trauma. It has the ability of strengthening the veins and repairing connective tissue. It also nourishes the motor neurons.
Researchers in Madagascar began the modern studies on gotu kola in 1949. An extract was injected into the leprosy patients directly on nodules and ulcerated areas.
The extract was found to aid in dissolving the covering to promote eventual healing in the subjects. This opened the door to the use of gotu kola for healing skin ailments.
There have also been excellent results from studies done in treating burn patients with second and third degree burns due to boiling water, electrical rent, or gas explosions. The gotu kola extract helped limit the swelling and shrinking of skin which is a result of burning. It reduced infections and scarring and increased healing time.
Gotu kola contains two saponin glycosides known as brahmoside and brahminoside which are known to promote relaxation. A study done on animals showed large doses caused a sedative action. 211
PRIMARY APPLICATIONS
Aging
Blood pressure, high
Fatigue
Hypoglycemia
Memory, loss
Nervousness
Arteriosclerosis
Circulation, poor
Heart problem
Leprosy
Mental problems
Senility
SECONDARY APPLICATIONS
Blood, impurities
Dysentery
Headaches
Liver
Pituitary problems
Rheumatism
Tuberculosis
Veins, varicose
Wounds
Depression
Fevers
Insomnia
Menopausal symptoms
Psoriasis
Schizophrenia
Thyroid problems
Toxins, effects of
Vitality, lack of
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And I know an organic supplier right here in Thailand.
And..two certain persons I know will be getting their first supply from moi as soon as Irish Customs & Excise let it through  .
I take it three times per day and trust me, it WORKS.
My appendage is...
...oh, hang on, that's the Viagra 
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Azoth
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| Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2007 9:06 am Post subject: x |
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| atm wrote: | Yes, Kathy, the organic Gotu kola I take is encapsulated but do not let that put you off: It works -- really works
I wake up very early in the morning absolutely charged up .
My energy levels are far, far higher (though the large doses of organic Thai neem and organic Thai turmeric might be factors too).
atm |
i'm familiar with neemwell. where can you get organic tumeric? is this similar to curcumin found in curry?
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atm
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| Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 11:01 pm Post subject: |
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The botanical name for turmeric is curcuma longa linn commonly known as curcumin.
It's exactly the same:
Scroll down to 'Clinical Trials':
http://www.herbmed.org/Herbs/Herb9.htm
I can get organic turmeric capsules from an award-winning organic R&D project in Thailand.
PM me and I can send you some.
Funds are tight my end, but I'll always go out of my way to help.
On the other hand, you might be able to source some near where you live, wherever that is.
Regards
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