Evidence supporting the use of: Bacopa monnieri
For the health condition: Anxiety Disorders

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Synopsis

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

Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi, is an herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for enhancing cognitive function and reducing stress. Scientific interest in Bacopa has grown in recent decades, with several animal studies and a number of small-scale human clinical trials investigating its effects on anxiety and related symptoms.

Some randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have indicated that Bacopa supplementation may reduce anxiety scores compared to placebo. For instance, a 2013 double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (Stough et al., 2013) found modest but statistically significant reductions in state anxiety among adults after 12 weeks of Bacopa monnieri extract supplementation. Other studies have shown improvements in cognitive performance and mood, which may be indirectly related to anxiety reduction.

Despite these findings, the body of evidence remains limited by small sample sizes, short durations, and varying formulations of Bacopa extract. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses (e.g., Kongkeaw et al., 2014) suggest a mild anxiolytic effect, but emphasize the need for larger, high-quality studies to confirm efficacy and safety.

In summary, while there is some scientific evidence supporting the use of Bacopa monnieri for anxiety, it is not robust, and the quality of available studies is moderate at best. Current evidence justifies a score of 2 out of 5 for its support in treating anxiety disorders.

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