The Bacopa monnieri plant is a recurring, herb common to the Indian wetlands, especially in the north-east and southern regions. Cognitive dysfunction is a typical symptom in schizophrenia that can not be inactivated by medications. Brahmi, commonly regarded as a cognitive enhancer, could be a modern avenue for cognitive impairment therapy of schizophrenia. Increased rates of degeneration of N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor inside the brain are correlated with performance and cognitive loss, depression, and may lead to brain injury. Just as the brain ages, the NMDA receptor network becomes increasingly nonfunctional, leading to a decrease in memory and learning capacity.
An experiment performed in rats showed that when the NMDA receptors were increased using various drugs, Brahmi was able to lower the receptors and bring the rats to a stable condition and improve their conditions.
GABA receptors found in the brain are the main regulators of human epileptic disorders. Such receptors are active in the prevention of epileptic seizure distribution. Decreased frequency of these receptors are observed in patients with epilepsy. Brahmi has shown to increase the number of these receptors and help calm patients suffering seizures.
Brahmi is also seen to cause relive measures to people suffering from neuropathic pain. Th pain may be caused due to alcoholism, amputation, diabetes, AIDS or chemotherapy.This has a significant anti-inflammatory activity regulated by a COX-2 inhibitory pathway. This is being considered to become a potential pain drug .
The major constituent chemicals present in Brahmi are bacosides, primarily Bacoside A and Bacoside I. The plant is a potential activator of antioxidation in the bdy as well as acts as an antioxidant enzyme itself
- Lowering rates of lipid peroxidation
- Removal of free radicles from the body and
- Activation of antioxidant enzymes of the body
Brahmi via several experiments has been proven to alleviate the cognition process in the aged people as it can affect the aging brain too. It also showed significant results in people suffering with anxiety.
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It also incorporates rising immunity and repressing the development of cancer by reducing the risk of mutation in DNA. It may be used in teas that can relieve tension levels and decreasing the presence of age lines on the forehead.
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