4 top Ayurvedic herbs to boost brain function and cognitive health

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Published on Jun 09, 2024 12:47 pm IST

From turmeric to ashwagandha, explore Ayurveda's potent brain-boosting herbs, trusted for centuries to enhance cognitive function and mental clarity.

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Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a variety of brain-boosting herbs known for their cognitive and mental health benefits. These herbs have been used for centuries to enhance memory, focus, and overall brain function, promoting mental clarity and reducing stress. Dr Dimple Jangda, Ayurveda & Gut Health Coach shared powerful herbs in Ayurveda that can help sharpen your mind and support cognitive wellness in her recent Instagram post. (Pixabay) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 09, 2024 12:47 pm IST

Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a variety of brain-boosting herbs known for their cognitive and mental health benefits. These herbs have been used for centuries to enhance memory, focus, and overall brain function, promoting mental clarity and reducing stress. Dr Dimple Jangda, Ayurveda & Gut Health Coach shared powerful herbs in Ayurveda that can help sharpen your mind and support cognitive wellness in her recent Instagram post. (Pixabay)

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Turmeric: Contains curcumin, which supports brain health by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress.(Shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Turmeric: Contains curcumin, which supports brain health by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress.(Shutterstock)

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Brahmi: Enhances cognitive function, memory, and concentration. Reduces stress and anxiety, promoting overall brain health.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Brahmi: Enhances cognitive function, memory, and concentration. Reduces stress and anxiety, promoting overall brain health.(Unsplash)

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Ashwagandha: Improves mental clarity, focus, and alertness. It helps reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, supporting brain function.(Shutterstock) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Ashwagandha: Improves mental clarity, focus, and alertness. It helps reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, supporting brain function.(Shutterstock)

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Shankhpushpi: Enhances memory retention and learning ability, calms the mind, improves concentration, and promotes better sleep.(Pinterest) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Shankhpushpi: Enhances memory retention and learning ability, calms the mind, improves concentration, and promotes better sleep.(Pinterest)

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It is important to remember that although Ayurvedic treatments offer comprehensive strategies, each person's response may be different. Consult a trained healthcare professional before adding any new treatments or supplements to your regimen, especially if you are taking any medications or have pre-existing medical conditions.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jun 09, 2024 12:47 pm IST

It is important to remember that although Ayurvedic treatments offer comprehensive strategies, each person's response may be different. Consult a trained healthcare professional before adding any new treatments or supplements to your regimen, especially if you are taking any medications or have pre-existing medical conditions.(Unsplash)

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    Akanksha Agnihotri

    Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.

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