Nano Gotu Kola is generally well tolerated at doses on the label, and dosages may be higher at the direction of your health care practitioner. For brain function, animal studies showed cognitive improvement with doses of 1000 mg. 3 times/day for an adult weighing 150 #. Take Gotu Kola with food or a liquid containing oil such as coconut milk or almond milk for increased absorption and to avoid nausea. The best time to take the product is in the morning, and if you take a second dose, it is best taken in the afternoon since taking it at night could interfere with sleep. The most serious side effect of Gotu Kola is liver toxicity. Therefore, it is best to take breaks to give the liver a rest, and is contraindicated if you have liver disease. It is recommended to take it for 6 weeks and then take a 2-week break. It is not recommended for children under 18 unless under the care of a health care practitioner. Discontinue use 2 weeks prior to surgery. The most common side effects are nausea, dizziness, or headache generally with higher doses. Since it may lower blood glucose levels, blood sugar levels shouldbe monitored when taking it with Diabetes medications. It may also interfere with some medications such as diuretics (may increase the effect), cholesterol medication, and may increase the side effects of anti-anxiety medications.

Gotu Kola is a medicinal rejuvenating herb that has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine and is known as the “herb of longevity. The whole plant is typically used to make medicine. It is a partially water soluble and partially lipid soluble plant, but nanoparticle sizing the herb changes it to water soluble. Gotu Kola is considered a nootropic which are chemicals that improve brain function. It improvesmemory, cognitive function, and mood. It has been studied as a natural treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease and to improve vascular cognitive impairment following a stroke. It helps to rebuild the neurons by increasing BDNF (Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor).Gotu Kola has also been shown to promote wound healing and skin disorders and helps with Chronic Venous Insufficiency by improving leg heaviness, edema, and pain by strengthening collagen.

Nano Gotu Kola has been nanoparticle sized through a patented proprietary process to a size of less than 100 nm., and this increases absorption. Therefore, it easily absorbs through the pores of the cell membranes which average 200 nm. in width. Our products are tested for quality and purity with Third Party testing, and they are manufactured in the US. We use only natural excipients, if any, in the manufacturing process. Our company has a commitment not to source any of our raw materials from China. Nano Gotu Kola represents the next generation in Gotu Kola supplementation.