Although Bacopa monnieri is mainly viewed as a nootropic and adaptogen, it is also purported to be useful for a variety of health conditions, such as fevers,[1] constipation, cough, seizures,[2] infections/wounds,[3] cancer,[4] and general pain.[5] None of these purported effects have been studied in human randomized controlled trials, and some have not even been studied in animal models. Consequently, there is not enough evidence to support the use of Bacopa for these conditions. There was also a small pilot trial that found Bacopa might improve emotional function in people with Parkinson’s disease, but more research is needed to confirm this effect.[6]
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