Gotu kola (mandukaparni in Sanskrit) is a powerful herb that requires skill to use properly. Gotu kola is the best herb for reversing aging, according to Ayurveda, but it can cause allergic dermatitis in some people if it is not processed correctly, or if it is not used in proper combination with other herbs. For this reason Gotu Kola has been banned in Canada.

Mandukaparni (gotu kola) has a lot of agni (the warming, transforming energy of nature). That is why it can sometimes cause allergic dermatitis. But the chance of getting this reaction can be almost completely eliminated by proper combination and processing.

When done correctly, you get the powerful ayushya (anti-aging), smriti prada (memory enhancing) and rasayana (disease prevention) benefits of gotu kola without the risk of allergic reaction. You also get the collagen synthesis enhancing properties of this powerful herb.

The Advantage of Herbal Memory Formulations

The trick, according to Shaka Vansya Ayurveda is to either use mandukaparni (gotu kola) in combination with other saumya (cooling) herbs, like aindri (bacopa monnieri), or to process it in such a way as to remove the agneya (heating) properties.

This Herbal Memory Nectar formulation processes mandukaparni (gotu kola) in a way that extracts the subtle vibrational essence of the herb while leaving behind the physical, agneya (heating) properties. In addition, this subtle essence (prabhava) is captured in the nectar of sweet squashes, which are full of soma (cooling, nurturing vibration).

The result is a formulation that delivers the benefit of gotu kola without the risk of allergic reaction. In the past three years since Vaidya Mishra first formulated this Gotu Kola Herbal Memory Nectar, not one case has been reported of allergic dermatitis from this product.

In fact, Vaidya Mishra uses gotu kola in many formulations, listed below, with no adverse reactions. This is due to Vaidya's family knowledge of how to process gotu kola in ways that remove or balance the excess agni of the herb.

Of course, it is always good to be safe and test any product containing gotu kola on a small patch of skin the day before starting to use it.

Learn In Depth About Gotu Kola from the Sanskrit Verses

You can learn more about gotu kola and it's sister herb, bacopa monnieri, directly from the Sanskrit verses in Vaidya Mishra's audio lectures:

Mandukaparni - Learn About the Ability of Gotu Kola to Improve Mental Function (27 minute downloadable audio lecture in MP3 format for only 99¢)

Aindri - Learn About the Brain-Nourishing Ability of Bacopa Monnieri (Jal Brahmi) (35 minute downloadable audio lecture in MP3 format for only 99¢)

Ingredients

“Total Gotu Kola” (Vaidya Mishra’s proprietary herbal blend) with Coriander, Sweet Orange and Grapefruit in a kosher vegetable glycerine base

Size

1 fl. oz.

Directions

Place one or two drops in one to two liters of neutral pH spring water and sip throughout the day.

Use under the guidance of a Shaka Vansya Ayurveda practitioner.  As with all herbs, please consult your physician before using.

Gotu Kola in Our Herbal Products

Gotu kola is present anywhere you find the name brahmi in Vaidya Mishra's formulations. Brahmi in our products means the balanced combination of aindri (bacopa monnieri) and mandukaparni (gotu kola). Gotu kola is also available as a single herb below.

Brahmi Herbal Memory Nectar

• Contains only the essence of the herbs with their subtle vibrations.
• Bypasses the digestive system and liver, which may be weak, to deliver the vibration of these divya aushadhi (divine herbs) directly to the brain.
• Should be added to 1 to 2 liters of cool water and sipped throughout the day.

Brahmi Transdermal Cream

• Delivers the combination of aindri and mandukaparni directly to the brain without having to go through the digestive or metabolic systems, which are often weak or corrupt in modern society.
• Contains only the essence of the herbs with their subtle vibrations.
• Is suspended in a lipid-based cream to easily deliver brahmi to the brain, which is a lipid-predominant organ.
• Allows for slow release of brahmi over several hours through the skin.

Brahmi (Bacopa) Capsules

• Uses aindri only, without mandukaparni, when there is a need for this more soma-predominant herb.
• Delivers the physical properties of the herb for maximum medhya agni vardhani effect (improving the power of the brain).
• Can get corrupted by poor digestion or weak liver, which can cause the divinity of the herbs to be lost and the effectiveness to be minimized.

Neem and Brahmi Liquid Soap and Body Wash

• Delivers the essence of brahmi through the skin to nourish your brain while you bathe.
• Can be used as a liquid soap, or even as a detergent for washing dishes at the sink.
• Bypasses a poor digestion or weak liver.
• Has a stimulating peppermint aroma.

Total Brahmi Tablets

• Contains both aindri and mandukaparni for the most balanced and powerful effect on the mind.
• Delivers the physical properties of the herbs, which is sometimes necessary to get the full benefits.
• Can get corrupted by poor digestion or weak liver, proving it to be ineffective.

Gotu Kola (Dried Herb)

• Gives the full physical properties of mandukaparni (gotu kola) for use as an infusion.
• Requires a clean liver to be effective.
• Can cause allergic dermatitis. Use with caution. Do a test on your skin before ingesting. Always consult your physician before using any herb.

Bacopa (Dried Herb)

• Gives the full physical properties of aindri (bacopa) for use in herbal water.
• Can stimulate the liver more than the Herbal Memory Nectar or Transdermal Creams.
• May get corrupted by weak digestion or liver.

Vata Massage Oil

• Brahmi is the first ingredient of this sesame oil based massage oil.
• Delivers the lipid soluble fraction of brahmi through the skin directly to the brain.
• Calms the mind with other herbs and oil, while awakening it with brahmi.
• Has a delightful, warming aroma.

Lustrous Hair Capsules

• Contain brahmi as a secondary ingredient.
• Help balance skin and hair by reducing toxins in the blood caused by pragyaparad, as described above.
• Can get corrupted by poor digestion or weak liver.

Disclaimer

This product and statements have not been evaluated by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and are not intended to be used to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. All of the information above is intended to be used for educational purposes only and may not be used to replace or compliment medical advice.