Bacopa monnieri

An herb called bacopa monnieri grows in marshy parts of South Asia. Ayurvedic practitioners use it to treat a range of conditions, such as anxiety, memory issues, and high blood pressure.

By stimulating the release of nitric oxide from blood vessels, Bacopa monnieri has been shown to reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in animal experiments. In a 12-week human trial, the effects of Bacopa monnieri on memory, anxiety, depression, and blood pressure were studied in 54 healthy people. The herb increased most mental functions, and it did not affect blood pressure. Although the results of animal research are promising, it is yet unknown how bacopa monnieri affects blood pressure in people. The properties of this plant require further study by scientists. Bacopa monnieri can be bought online and in health food stores. There are several different forms of it, including powder and capsules.