Shankpushpi - How Is It Important For Brain Health?

Shankhpushpi is a perennial herb. It is considered to be one of the most wonderful gifts of nature to mankind. It is a type of morning glory that belongs to the Convolvulaceae plant family. Its scientific name is Convolvulus Pluricaulis. The flowers are blue, pink or white in color, and are about 2mm – 5mm in size. They grows in rocky and sandy areas under xerophytic conditions and is mostly found in Bihar and Punjab in India. It is also seen in the deserts of the Sahara.

Importance: Shankhpushpi is a very important herb of Ayurveda due to its therapeutic benefits. It mainly takes care of the nerves by supporting a healthy brain and mind. It enhances brain power, improves memory and concentration and the ability to recall. When combined with other herbs, the formulations created can be used as treatments for schizophrenia, depression, epilepsy and aggressive behavior disorders.

Parts Used: Shankhpushpi is used as a paste in formulations, powder and tonic. The parts that are used for these are the leaves, flowers, stem, roots, seeds and ashes.

The Shankhpushpi plant has lots of health benefits as the whole plant is used for medicinal purposes

1. Shankhpushpi syrup is very good for the brain development of children. It is effective if children take it regularly for three months. It improves their memory, learning, grasping power and intelligence. It should be given to them along with Bramhi, Sharkara, Nimbu Satva and water.
2. It rejuvenates the nervous functions by promoting memory and concentration.
3. It helps to relieve stress and calms the mind.
4. It supports the blood flow to the brain.
5. It treats fatigue, nervous debility and low energy level.
6. A tonic made from Shankhpushpi works as a psychostimulant and tranquilizer.
7. Drugs and tonics are used in hypotensive syndromes.
8. It improves the balance and vitiation in kapha-vata-pitta doshas.
9. It works as antioxidant and antacid.
10. The herbal extract possesses spermatogenic properties, so it is used in cases of sperm debility.
11. It treats ailments of the urinary system.

It is important to keep in mind that to get the best results, one has to use the best quality herbs in the right quantity. Shankhpushpi is a wonderful remedy for a number of problems.