Ancient Herb May Prevent Alzheimer's

Gotu kola is an ancient herb that’s been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese and ayurvedic medicine and, according to WebMD, it’s been employed to treat bacterial, viral and even parasitic infections.

The herb, extracted from a creeping vine leaf, has been beneficial in treating anxiety, depression and fatigue but now research shows that it can also boost memory and cognitive function and help stave off the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease.

Experts at Brainpower.org say that the chemicals found in gotu kola reduce inflammation in the body and also help lower blood pressure. This helps increase blood circulation to the brain, enhancing attention span, concentration, intelligence and memory.

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