{"title":"Guta Kola","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCentella asiatica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGotu Kola has been playing an important role in herbal medicine for thousands of years, where it has been used to heal wounds and improve cognition. Thanks to several extensive studies, the theory has now been confirmed that gotu kola is indeed a remarkable memory booster, supporting focus and cognitive function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOriginating from India and used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine it was utilised to treat burns, wounds, ulcers, and inflammatory skin conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEventually, it found its way to European herbalists and was even accepted as a drug in France in the 1880s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGotu Kola is a plant that supports connective tissue and collagen by protecting it and encouraging new growth. It is a builder and strengthener, boasting many nourishing compounds and active nutrients. Its most effective components are said to be a number of terpenoids that have been proven to have incredible effects on tissues and cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese components not only stimulate the production of collagen but actually make it stronger. Much like our own skin and connective tissue, Gotu Kola is strong and has a flexible quality to its texture. There are many studies showcasing Gotu Kola’s ability to stimulate and protect collagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGotu Kola accelerates the wound healing process, increases blood flow to damaged tissues, and increase antioxidants in wounds to provide protection. Rich in antioxidants it supports healthy ageing, however, it also helps to increase the activity of the most potent antioxidant our own cells make, superoxide dismutase (SOD) and is therefore an invaluable plant in the fight against free radical damage, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while slowing down the skin’s visible ageing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and sedative properties, Gotu Kola offers a potent remedy for any inflammatory skin condition including eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur organically certified Gotu Kola is sourced from Sri Lanka through an Ethical Trading Initiative that ensures the rights of the workforce to fair pay and conditions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9336\/0048\/collections\/ADAM_ROBINSON_DESIGN_Plant_of_The_Month_12.jpg?v=1720598903","url":"https:\/\/www.luibh.co.uk\/collections\/guta-kola.oembed","provider":"Luibh Skin \u0026 Nutrition","version":"1.0","type":"link"}