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Centella Asiatica
Centella asiatica is useful with the following For over 30 years, Centella asiatica has been used in the pharmacy because of its renowned wound healing properties. The presumed method of action is simple: Centella asiatica triterpenoids use the cytokines as second messengers to stimulate the fibroblasts in the dermis. These produce more physiological collagen (type I and III) and the collagen is synthesised before other proteins. In our body the production of collagen type III diminishes after 40 years. This means that our skin loses its taughtness and cohesiveness. The different Centella asiatica extracts have been developed to assist a faster regeneration of the skin. Therefore the first application area for this plant was for wound healing. The interesting aspects for cosmetics such as anti-ageing, anti-wrinkle or sun protection have been realised already by such exacting customers as Guerlain, Estee Lauder, Givenchy, Orlane, Clinique, etc.
Centella asiatica (also known as gotu kola, Indian Pennywort and Mandookaparni) has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb and was referred to in the French pharmacopoeia in 1884, as well as the ancient traditional Chinese Shennong Herbal some 2,000 years ago, as well in Indian Ayurvedic medicine some 3,000 years ago.
It has been used for: wound healing, better circulation, memory enhancement, cancer, vitality, general tonic, respiratory ailments, detoxifying the body, treatment of skin disorders (such as psoriasis and eczema), revitalizing connective tissue, burn and scar treatment, clearing up skin infections, slimming and edema, arthritis, rheumatism, treatment of liver and kidneys, periodontal disease, strengthening of veins (varicose veins), blood purifier, high blood pressure, sedative, anti-stress, anti-anxiety, an aphrodisiac, immune booster, anabolic and adaptogen etc.
In animal testing it was also shown that centella (together with capsicum and Siberian ginseng) can assist in overcoming the negative effects of fatigue and stress.
In our modern day pharmaceutical world (a fact acknowledged by a major multi-national pharmaceutical manufacturer, since they make a centella extract as well) it is often used as an active ingredient in tonics, oral slimming formulas, body-beautiful preparations, body firming products, wound healing, anti-aging skin care products (independent studies have shown the topical effectiveness between centella and treating stretch marks).
Great stock is also put by using this herb for bedridden and post-operative patients for a couple of reasons - wound healing, preventing bedsores, epithelial ulcers, as well as helping prevent muscular atrophy.
Its beneficial effects on the venous system is of great help to people suffering from diverse problems such as varicose veins, gastric ulcers, phlebitis, hemorrhoids, etc. In this action the centella helps in strengthening the capillaries and veins and in so doing assists with better blood circulation.
With its effect on connective tissue great value is achieved with the synthesis of collagen, thickening of the skin (a great anti-aging property - as we age our skins become thinner), increasing the tensile strength of the flesh, wound healing, repair of damaged tissue as well as promoting hair and nail growth.
Other anti-aging properties that this herb is said to promote is an increase in hemoglobin, and a decrease of urea and acid phosphates levels in the blood.
Although Yogis have used this herb to increase their meditation abilities through better concentration, focus and alertness, this herb has also shown great promise in improving mental retardation and increasing IQ.
It has been used for centuries in the treatment of liver and kidney problems, and has once again become popular as an alternative treatment for people suffering from hepatitis as well as alcoholic liver disease.
When detoxifying the body it is also helpful to look for help from centella, as it assists with destroying toxic accumulation in the brain as well as the nerves, while it helps to clear the body from heavy metals as well as drugs - including recreational drugs.
In alternative health this herb is used to treat tumors and cancerous growths, without suppressing the auto immune system or creating toxic wastes within the body.
The herb Centella Asiatica is great in helping and treating the following problems and conditions
General tonic
anti-rheumatic
anti-arthritic
sedative
vasodilator
energy
vitality
virility
thins the blood
boosting brain power
lowering blood sugar levels
skin disorders
rejuvenation
anti-ageing
leprosy
skin cancers
circulation
concentration
strengthening veins
fighting varicose veins
rheumatoid arthritis
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