Gotukola which is commonly named as Indian pennywort or spadeleaf, is a very popular leafy green among locals that is packed with nutrients. A herb belonging to the parsley family, gotukola has a long history in traditional medicine practices such as Ayurveda while it has also been flagged as the herb of longevity.
The Lakpura dehydrated gotukola comes in small crushed pieces while you can even enjoy a cup of gotukola herbal tea by letting them infuse in boiling water for a couple of minutes. You can also garnish salads with this. Some even go up to the extent of infusing gotukola with hot oil and applying it on their hair. Gotukola consists of anti inflammatory properties. According to research, this green herb has the potential to aid in preventing varicose veins and even Alzheimer’s disease. It may also boost cognitive functions while reducing anxiety and stress.
