Picture of Gotu Kola, an ingredient in Alveo.

• GOTU KOLA (GO two KOE lah)

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Centella Asiatica

AKA: Indian Pennywort, Chi-hsing, Pai Kuo, Hydrocotyle Asiatica Radix,  Marsh Penny, Indian Hydrocotyle, Hydrocotyle, White Rot, Thick-leaved Pennywort

ORIGIN: Asia

CIRCA: At Least 0 A.D.

TYPE OF PLANT: Creeping Perennial Herb

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Magnesium, Asiatiocosides, Triterpenes, Madecassoside, Madasiatic Acid, Vitamins: A, B, E, G, K

 

 

ABOUT: Rich in Vitamins A, B, E, G and K as well as Magnesium, Gotu Kola has long been helpful in the treatment of Asthma, Bronchitis, Heart Problems, Dysentery, Insomnia, Eye Conditions, Exhaustion, Inflammation, High Blood Pressure, Diarrhea and problems with Urination. Often referred to as 'Food for the Brain', taken on a regular basis, Gotu Kola has become known as 'the Key to Longevity' in humans, and it seems to be able to enhance Intelligence and improve Memory, increasing Mental and Physical power, combating Stress and improving the Reflexes. Gotu Kola nourishes the Nervous System, especially the Brain, boosting Energy levels, helping to fight Depression, and reducing Sleep Disorders.

BENEFITS:

  • Anti-Inflammatory
  • Asthma
  • Cancer
  • Central Nervous System
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive Problems
  • Eczema
  • Eye
  • Heart
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Insomnia
  • Kidney
  • Lungs
  • Premature Aging
  • Psoriasis
  • Stress