{"id":2120,"date":"2026-01-27T12:56:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T11:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/?p=2120"},"modified":"2026-01-28T18:42:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T17:42:14","slug":"centella-asiatica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/centella-asiatica\/","title":{"rendered":"Properties of Centella asiatica and contraindications for use"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Centella asiatica<\/strong> is a plant with <strong>healing properties<\/strong> and <strong>health benefits<\/strong> for people. It is well known in Asia, and that is where its common name comes from. It belongs to the Apiaceae family and contains triterpenoids and saponins. Some of the most notable properties include improved wound healing and care for skin affected by psoriasis and eczema. It is known as \u201cgotu kola\u201d and has other uses and applications that we describe below.<br \/>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Properties-of-centella-asiatica\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Properties of centella asiatica<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Contraindications-and-side-effects\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Contraindications and side effects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What-do-centella-asiatica-capsules-contain\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> What do centella asiatica capsules contain?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Benefits-of-eating-it\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Benefits of eating it<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Creams-and-lotions\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Creams and lotions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><aside class=\"adsini\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- ah_inicio_articulo --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle ah-inicio-articulo\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2508209597\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside>\n<h2><span id=\"Properties-of-centella-asiatica\">Properties of centella asiatica<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Used to prepare multiple remedies, it is a medicinal plant used in Chinese and Ayurvedic. Thanks to its high saponin content, it promotes tissue healing, largely preventing marks from remaining on the skin afterward. It encourages fast and effective healing, restoring healthy tissues of the epidermal layers.<\/p>\n<p>It has beneficial effects on anxiety. It depresses the central nervous system and reduces difficulty sleeping, thereby reducing symptoms of insomnia.<\/p>\n<p>Taking centella asiatica regularly raises levels of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/colageno-propiedades\/\">collagen for the skin<\/a> and increases the overall amount in the body, which helps slow the appearance of facial wrinkles. This results in better elasticity and a younger, firmer appearance.<\/p>\n<p>It promotes blood circulation, which is closely linked to the <strong>increase in the production of collagen proteins<\/strong>. These proteins contribute to hair formation, making it stronger and healthier. It also adds thickness to weak nails. In people affected by arthritis, it can produce positive results due to increased collagen. Supplements containing collagen proteins or that promote their production by the human body are highly recommended <strong>for joint problems<\/strong> and degenerative diseases such as rheumatism.<\/p>\n<p>Likewise, it can have an effect on varicose veins by stimulating circulation. In the legs, there is a greater predisposition for blood flow to be limited. Centella asiatica, by stimulating blood flow, helps people who tend to develop varicose veins and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/aranas-vasculares-tratamientos\/\">spider veins<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-99993 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/centella-asiatica.jpg\" alt=\"Centella asiatica\" width=\"720\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/centella-asiatica.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/centella-asiatica-336x273.jpg 336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" title=\"\">It regulates blood glucose levels. This is very important for diabetes.<\/p><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><center><aside class=\"ads2\"><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"1797353553\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside><\/center><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>It can also have <strong>beneficial effects<\/strong> on autoimmune diseases or conditions that cause immune system deficiency, such as scleroderma. It acts by reducing the pain and discomfort these conditions produce in patients.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Its diuretic properties improve kidney function and reduce fluid retention<\/strong>. This characteristic can be beneficial for arterial hypertension, since in many treatments herbs and plants are used as diuretics to reduce the diastolic and systolic blood pressure as part of antihypertensive treatment and in patients with heart failure.<\/p>\n<div class=\"txt-center\">\n<p><strong>Its properties are:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><center><!-- ah_3_ads --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"7212672277\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/aside><\/center><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Antipyretic action or fever reduction.<\/li>\n<li>Helps wound healing.<\/li>\n<li>Remedy for lack of menstruation or amenorrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Improves symptoms of diarrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Increases natural collagen production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Contraindications-and-side-effects\">Contraindications and side effects<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When taken orally, there are no described undesirable effects or significant reactions when used sporadically. Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding should avoid its use, as should children. Even so, some people may experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Headache.<\/li>\n<li>Lower blood sugar levels.<\/li>\n<li>Allergic reactions from both topical and oral use.<\/li>\n<li>Stomach discomfort and nausea.<\/li>\n<li>Temporary memory loss caused by high doses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When centella asiatica is used in cream form, it can produce side effects such as dermatitis, and it is necessary to <strong>avoid prolonged use<\/strong> since it may affect the liver.<\/p>\n<p>Pregnant women should avoid its use due to its emmenagogue properties. It can promote menstruation and blood flow in the pelvis and uterus, potentially causing abortion. Likewise, if you are trying to become pregnant, you should also avoid its use, as there are indications that it may reduce fertility and the chances of conception during use.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What-do-centella-asiatica-capsules-contain\">What do centella asiatica capsules contain?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The extract used to manufacture each capsule comes from the dried aerial parts of the plant. It is obtained by crushing leaves rich in saponin triterpenoids\u2014between 6% and 7%\u2014and <strong>asiatic acid<\/strong>, which is found, for example, in blatoestimula cream, widely used to heal wounds. This active principle is very valuable and is by far the most highly valued component of the plant. The European Medicines Agency (EMEA) itself recognizes it as such.<\/p>\n<div class=\"txt-center\">\n<p><strong>It also contains other saponins such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brahmanoside<\/li>\n<li>Braminoside<\/li>\n<li>Indocentolloside<\/li>\n<li>Isotankuniside<\/li>\n<li>Madecassodi<\/li>\n<li>Tankuniside<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-99994 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/centella-asiatica-capsules.jpg\" alt=\"Capsules of Centella asiatica \" width=\"280\" height=\"200\" title=\"\">It also contains a small portion of essential oils and flavonoids such as quercetin, which have antimicrobial, anticancer, and heart-protective properties. Today, many supplements and dietary products include flavones to improve their action and enhance overall health.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Benefits-of-eating-it\">Benefits of eating it<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as you can take it in capsules, you can also use this medicinal plant by eating its leaves. In China, salads are prepared because they help prevent ulcers, neurological degeneration, and support a younger organism. Its <strong>antioxidant properties<\/strong> can be obtained both by eating raw centella asiatica and by using dry extract in tablets. In addition, its healing, antimicrobial, and immune-system-enhancing effects are highly valued.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Creams-and-lotions\">Creams and lotions<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because it affects the circulatory system, it can be used as a remedy for cellulite. <strong>Centella asiatica in cream<\/strong> is the active principle of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/blastoestimulina-pomada-crema-ovulos\/\">blastoestimulina ointment<\/a> and ovules, used as healing agents and tissue regenerators for the skin and for treating vaginal conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Because of its effects on the circulatory system, it can also be a remedy for cellulite. Centella asiatica cream helps eliminate localized fluid when applied and absorbed by the skin. There are different cellulite creams containing varying percentages of this plant and its active principles, although the most well known are healing formulations.<\/p>\n<p>These are recommended to <strong>heal wounds and speed up healing<\/strong>, although there are also specific products focused on reducing adipose tissue associated with cellulite. Centella asiatica cream is effective, and many people, including medical professionals, report positive opinions. Good examples include anti-stretch mark creams and cellular tissue repair creams for the skin. Also well known is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/en\/muvagyn-vaginal-probiotic\/\">Muvagyn gel<\/a>, which is a moisturizer used to restore the vaginal mucosa during menopause, after childbirth, and in other situations involving dryness.<\/p>\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mismumi.com\/comprar-centella-asiatica-pura\/\">buy centella asiatica capsules<\/a> or cream in sizes of 50 ml or 200 ml. Different formats and specialized brands are available to achieve different results for the epidermis and its care.<\/p>\n<\/p><aside class=\"ads\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- ah_fin_articulo --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle ah-fin-articulo\" style=\"display:inline-block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"4055871191\"><\/ins><script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); <\/script><\/aside><aside class=\"ads-relacionado\"><center><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><!-- mismumi_relacionado --><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9582652217436894\" data-ad-slot=\"2966766890\"><\/ins><script>(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});<\/script><\/center><\/aside><div class=\"clear\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Centella asiatica is a plant with healing properties and health benefits for people. It is well known in Asia, and that is where its common name comes from. 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