Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) has been used in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian systems of medicine for centuries as a "medhya rasayana" – a class of herbs believed to support intellect and cognitive function. Its use for poor concentration, memory enhancement, and mental fatigue is well-documented in classical Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita and Bhavaprakasha Nighantu. Traditionally, Shankhpushpi is administered as a syrup, powder, or decoction, often in combination with other herbs, to calm the mind and enhance learning and recall.

Modern scientific validation of these claims is limited but growing. Some animal studies suggest potential nootropic (cognitive-enhancing) effects, including improved learning and memory in rodents, possibly due to antioxidant, neuroprotective, and cholinergic activities. However, robust human clinical trials are lacking, and the evidence is not sufficient to conclusively support its efficacy for concentration problems in humans. Thus, its use for poor concentration is justified primarily by historical and traditional use, with only preliminary scientific support.

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