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Coleus Forskohlii Plectranthus barbatus

coleus in lush garden

Common Names

Coleus Forskohlii , Forskolin, Indian Coleus, False Boldo

Botanical Name

Plectranthus barbatus

Family

LAMIACEAE or LABIATAE Mint Family

Coleus Forskohlii Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses:	Asthma * Digestion/Indigestion * Eye care - Vision * Heart Tonics/Cordials * Hypertension HBP * IBS * Psoriasis * Sexual tonics * Weight Loss *
Properties:	Anti-inflammatory* Cardic tonic Cordial* Digestive* Breath* Stimulant*
Parts Used:	root
Constituents:	forskolin

Coleus forskohlii is found in
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Coleus forskohlii has been traditionally used to treat high blood pressure. Other benefits include help in losing weight, improving digestion and nutrient absorption, fighting cancer, and immune system support. The active photochemical in Coleus forskohlii, forskolin, was discovered in 1974 and has been the subject of many laboratory studies. The compound has a vast array of effects on the body, working primarily on an enzymatic level, raising the level of cyclic AMP (adenosine 3.5 - monophosphate) a substance that activates all sorts of other cellular enzymes.

Side Effects:

Do not use if you have hypotension, (low blood pressure), because coleus may reduce blood pressure even more. May also strengthen the action of prescription drugs used to treat asthma and high blood pressure.

How to Use: Coleus Forskohlii

Preparation Methods :The whole root contains only a minute amount of forskolin and may not provide a therapeutic response. Look for a product containing 18 percent forskolin, a typical dose is 50 milligrams two or three times a day. A standardized supplement should also contain various helper phytochemicals that improve forskolin's performance and absorption.

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Coleus Forskohlii Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Asthma * Digestion/Indigestion * Eye care - Vision * Heart Tonics/Cordials * Hypertension HBP * IBS * Psoriasis * Sexual tonics * Weight Loss *

Coleus for :Glaucoma
	Coleus improves blood flow inside the brain and eases the intraoclular pressure of glaucoma by stimulating better blood flow inside the eyes. James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Coleus for :Sexual response
	Coleus helps in the relaxation of smooth muscles and increases blood flow, both important actions in a healthy sexual response.

Coleus Forskohlii for :Psoriasis,eczema
	The enzyme level actions of Coleus help reduce the inflammation of skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema

Coleus Forskohlii for :Heart function
	Higher cell concentrations of AMP improve the hearts ability to contract and relax arteries

Coleus Forskohlii for :Healthy weight, nutrient absorption
	Traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for promoting a healthy weight, it acts as a digestive aid and increases nutrient absorption.

Coleus Forskolin for :Asthma and high blood pressure
	Forskolin has been shown to increase the concentration of a chemical called cAMP, thus dilating the walls of arteries. This action makes it useful in treating asthma and high blood pressure Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (2003)

forskohlin for :Fat burner
	Studies have shown that forskohlin promotes favorable changes in body composition by increasing lean body mass and decreasing body fat percentages.

Plant Description
Coleus forskohlii is grown along mountain slopes in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Coleus forskohlii is a tropical perennial plant in the mint family and related to the typical coleus species commonly used to add accent color to gardens.
Ayurveda
Coleus forskohii has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.
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