Gotu Kola, also known as Asian Water Pennywort, is a plant that is used in ayurveda, among other things. Ayurveda is both a way of life and a system of medicine that has been practised worldwide for more than 5,000 years and can therefore be labelled as the oldest method of medicine known to man.
Gotu Kola is a plant that is added to food. It can also be mixed with fruit in smoothies. You can also make juice from the leaves, which is good for, among other things, stomach ulcers caused by medicines such as aspirin. Gotu Kola is also an ingredient in salads, rice dishes and curries.
The Gotu Kola is native to Southeast Asia, but today it grows in many warm areas of the world. It is somewhat similar in appearance and characteristics to ragweed.
What is Gotu Kola good for?
- Good for the skin
- Good for scars
- Good for blood vessels
- Good for connective tissue
- Good for the brain
- Good for the body
Gotu Kola is invigorating, stimulating, improves concentration and keeps the mind clear. Gotu Kola is a tonic, which means that the best results are achieved when you use it daily and over a long period of time.
Use
Gotu Kola is best used as a tea. Bring half a litre of water to the boil and add 30 grams of herb. Let it boil for about 2 hours with the lid on the pan, after which you strain it. If necessary, add sugar or honey for flavour.