Pinging the list - for herbs to assist the nervous system in various ways, and a lot of info posted recently that might be of interest, including the use of castor oil packs #365, and a very good herb formula for thyroid #379 and even a simple way to get foreign objects out of the eyes #384, and more...
Some Very Important Herbs for the Nervous System
In Ayurveda herbs are generally used in formulation, not just as single herbs. I explained back up the thread why this is; in short: Herbs of similar action support the main herb or herbs, herbs with somewhat different action can help balance the formula so it is not extreme, some herbs help catalyze the action of the other herbs, and help digest and assimilate, and some carry the energy to specific organs or systems.
I have used or currently use all these herbs, and have seen them work very well for numerous people. They have helped with memory and focus, anxiety and stress, depression, pain, nervous exhaustion, sleeping difficulties (some other herbs as well not listed), nervous tics and twitches and probably other conditions I can’t remember.
Some of the herbs below are used for more severe conditions such as Parkinsons and MS, and I have not tried to assist anyone with these conditions other than MS but she did not take her herbs regularly, and lived far away in a non-supportive atmosphere, sadly. The suggested doses are suggestions only, I might suggest more or less depending on the person, and also would be different if used in a blend.
Bacopa – Bacopa monniera Up to 2 grams 2X a day
Nervous disorders, neuralgia, mental disorders, epilepsy, ADD/ADHD, autism, adrenal insufficiency, rejuvenating tonic for mind/nervous system, sharpens intellect, concentration and memory.
Neurological ailments such as Parkinsons, MS, dementia. Depression, mental exhaustion, anti stress. Convulsive disorders, general stress, nervine. Enhances nerve impulse transmission, strengthens memory and general cognition. Potent anti-oxidant.
Replenishes nerve tissues and marrow.
Jatamansi – Nardostachys jatamansi Up to 2 grams 2X a day
Nervine, relaxant, anti-spasmodic, nervous convulsive ailments, increases awareness while very calming and balancing
Anxiety, depression, spasms, convulsions, epilepsy, hyper or hypo-tension, palpitations/arrhythmia, memory loss.
Rejuvenative for nervous system, affinities for mind, nerves, muscles, muscle and nervous tension.
Revitalizes mind and nervous system, ADD/ADHD, improves memory, concentration and awareness, helps anxiety, tics, tremors, spasms, restlessness. vertigo
Shankpushpi – Evolvulus alsinoides 1-2 grams 2X a day
One of the main nerviness in Ayurveda, brain tonic, sedative, memory
Epilepsy, insomnia, mental /emotional exhaustion, anxiety, fear, depression, mania, stress.
Outstanding rejuvenative for nerve tissue and mind. Strenghtens cognition and awareness while relaxing/calming the mind
Bala – Sida Cordifolia 1- 2 grams 2X a day
General physical and mental debility, chronic fatigue, muscle atrophy, Parkinsons, spasms/cramps/tremors, paralysis, nerve diseases, neurological conditions, hemiplegia
Nourishes, strengthens and energizes all tissues especially muscle and nerve.
Strengthens body, all tissues, chronic inflammation, exhaustion, numbness, nerve pain, nerve inflammation.
Disorders including facial paralysis, neuralgia. Builds immune function, rejuvenates nerve tissue. Can be an issue in high blood pressure, check for any reaction. In blends doesn’t seem to affect.
Kapi Kachu – Mucunua Pruriens 3- 15 grams a day
Anti-spasmodic, general debility, depleted tissues, tics, tremors, spasms, Main herb for Parkinsons and other nervous system conditions that present with tremors or rigidity. Contains L-Dopa. All kinds of nervous debility. Uplifting mentally.
Ashwagandha – Withania somnifera 3-9 grams a day
Brain tonic, nervine, sedative (not dulling), anti-inflammatory, immune strengthener, rejuvenative, increases strength and tone in muscles, rejuvenates nerve tissue.
Balances and regulates immune system, replenishes energy from stress, overwork, old age, or debilitating or wasting diseases.
For anxiety, stress, nerve exhaustion, overwork, old age, senility, insomnia, lack of energy in general. Helps with mental clarity.
Pacifies nervous system – used in Parkinsons, MS, paralysis, muscular dystrophy, all neurological conditions, auto-immune diseases, nerve exhaustion.
General tonic, for loss of muscle energy, panic attacks, sleeping disorders, chronic fatigue or anxiety, anti-oxidant.
Gotu Kola – Mandukaparni Centella asiatica
Nerve disorders, mental calming, revitalizes nerve and brain cells, fortifies immune system, heals nerve tissues.
Nervine, rejuvenative, purifies Nadis (subtle channels), helps with a wide array of psychological and neurological conditions, neuromuscular disorders, Alzheimers, senility.
Repairs nerve tissues from injury or damage. For longevity, intelligence, memory.
Improves brain function, memory, concentration, mental acuity, for mental disorders, epilepsy, clams nerves. Helpful for meditation.
Purifies blood and adrenals.
Vacha - Calamus – Acorus calamus (Only use kind from India) 1-4 grams a day
Nervine, rejuvenative for mind and brain, antispasmodic, for mental clarity, memory
Powerful brain rejuvenation, promotes cerebral circulation, detoxifies subtle channels, sharpens memory and mental functions, nervous system rejuvenative (Rasayana)
Helps with hysteria, neuralgia, nervous tension, hemiplegia, epilepsy, headaches, seizures, loss of consciousness, loss of speech after stroke, aids circulation to and within brain
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I got some very specific results using the ashwagandha extract KSM 66. Googling KSM 66, one will find many sites and lists of potential benefits.
Lowering cholesterol and raising the blood platelet count were potential benefits I'd noticed. I've never really had high cholesterol problems, but for three years had platelet counts just above and below 150, the bottom number in the normal range. My most recent total cholesterol test result before starting the KSM 66 was 173.
On annual blood tests after a couple of months of KSM 66, total cholesterol was 148 (lowest ever)and my platelet count has risen to 250, the first time it had been a good normal for more than three years. Cholesterol ratios were about the same.
I just decided to experiment with KSM 66 and was not taking it for those two specific results. I think ashwagandha also has a calming effect and perhaps resulted in better sleep.
Here is one of many sites that can be found.
Thank you-good and interesting info...
Thanks for sharing all of that great info.
I am supposed to take bacopa but I forget unless I’m feeling really stressed - fight or flight feeling. Also take something called Min-Tran which helps me focus - - which is a compound of calcium lactate, kelp, magnesium citrate, alfalfa, and calcium stearate. At night to sleep I take 4 calcium tablets, 4 L-Tryptophan, 2 camomile tea bags steeped, and other calcium specifically for my osteoporosis. (I’m only 62 and was really surprised that my scans showed that.)
I’m going to check out the other info you shared - especially the mental clarity and muscle strength herbs.
How do you administer a formulation of these herbs?
Thank you for taking time to post this.