J Ethnopharmacol September 2014 PMID 24252493

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on cognitive effects of Bacopa monnieri extract.

Chuenjid Kongkeaw, Piyameth Dilokthornsakul, Phurit Thanarangsarit, Nanteetip Limpeanchob, C Norman Scholfield

Mentions

42
Peak: 10 in Jun 2021
across 8 sources since Dec 2017

Extended reach

712,109
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Total likes

154

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Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The posts highlight skepticism about Bacopa monnieri's benefits, with phrases like 'NO BENEFITS' and comments questioning the comparison to standard drugs. Words such as 'irresponsible' and 'need more studies' reflect critical tones, showing engagement with the research's strengths and limitations, yet the overall impact remains moderate as opinions are mixed and cautious.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Most discussions express skepticism or neutral views about the efficacy of Bacopa monnieri, with some outright dismissing its benefits due to insufficient evidence.

InterestModerate interest

There is moderate interest, as discussions reference multiple studies and meta-analyses, showing curiosity about cognitive enhancement effects.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include detailed critiques and comparisons, indicating a moderate level of engagement, especially regarding research methodologies and evidence quality.

ImpactNeutral impact

Overall, the social discussions seem to influence opinions but do not appear to create immediate, widespread impact on beliefs or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • The meta-analysis reviewed nine randomized controlled trials involving 518 subjects, finding that Bacopa monnieri extract can improve cognitive functions such as attention speed and reaction time.
  • The studies included were generally of low risk for bias and high quality, and they showed statistically significant improvements in cognitive tests like Trail B and choice reaction time.
  • However, the authors suggest that larger, well-designed studies are needed to definitively confirm Bacopa monnieri's effectiveness compared to existing medications for both healthy individuals and dementia patients.]

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TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVIDENCE, need better studies https://t.co/rXjbrsqJC7 Turmeric No evidence https://t.co/Y1ST4EOW9B Absolutely no evidence https://t.co/wX94fAaQH2 Dream on End

Jun 5, 2021 · 41 likes · 9 shares · 316,079 followers View post →
Yohan Tengra
@ytengra · X

6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attention, and reaction time, according to a review of 9 studies and over 500 people https://t.co/qzLwLtAdNQ

Feb 4, 2023 · 20 likes · 3 shares · 17,425 followers View post →
Ken Milne MD
@thesgem.bsky.social · Bluesky

Looks like another stroke paper to review on the SGEM. Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials on IV Thrombolysis in Patients With Minor Acute Ischemic Stroke pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40674672/?ut...

Jul 22, 2025 · 2 likes View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

A - https://t.co/rXjbrsqJC7 Result: some potential, nothing definite because it is never compared with a standard drug. I dont know Y complementary and alternative medicines R always compared with placebo when there are other better standards 2 compare them with! #livertwitter 3 https://t.co/UviRiDValx

Dec 23, 2020 · 1 like · 316,079 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on cognitive effects of Bacopa monnieri extract - PubMed https://t.co/x5VXernF5o

Apr 23, 2023 · 1 like · 3,161 followers View post →
flsepositive
@flsepositive1 · X

@_kompozitor_ Але якщо фенібут плацебо, чому він викликає залежність [https://t.co/7GEw9wPH9M]? Також автори статті з скріна чомусь мішають БАДи, вітаміни й ноотропи в одне й стверджують що по бакопі немає досліджень, хоча на PubMed їх вдосталь https://t.co/m6zM8dJjWv, https://t.co/nWIRwkh7ca

Mar 17, 2024 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →

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Ken Milne MD
@thesgem.bsky.social · Bluesky

Looks like another stroke paper to review on the SGEM. Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials on IV Thrombolysis in Patients With Minor Acute Ischemic Stroke pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40674672/?ut...

Jul 22, 2025 · 2 likes View post →
flsepositive
@flsepositive1 · X

@_kompozitor_ Але якщо фенібут плацебо, чому він викликає залежність [https://t.co/7GEw9wPH9M]? Також автори статті з скріна чомусь мішають БАДи, вітаміни й ноотропи в одне й стверджують що по бакопі немає досліджень, хоча на PubMed їх вдосталь https://t.co/m6zM8dJjWv, https://t.co/nWIRwkh7ca

Mar 17, 2024 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →
medRxivpreprint
@medrxivpreprint.bsky.social · Bluesky

Advancements in Managing Wound Biofilm: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials on Topical Modalities https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2023.08.20.23294342v1

Aug 21, 2023 View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on cognitive effects of Bacopa monnieri extract - PubMed https://t.co/x5VXernF5o

Apr 23, 2023 · 1 like · 3,161 followers View post →
Mannu
@MannuG07 · X

RT @ytengra: 6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attent…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 3 followers View post →
Nishtunishaa
@nishtunishaa · X

RT @ytengra: 6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attent…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 5,357 followers View post →
Awaaz
@speakshoutroar · X

RT @ytengra: 6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attent…

Feb 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 1,906 followers View post →
VN
@vn9313414 · X

ytengra: 6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attention, and reaction time, according to a review of 9 studies and over 500 people https://t.co/zZTURRAP58

Feb 4, 2023 · 567 followers View post →
Yohan Tengra
@ytengra · X

6) highly irresponsible of @theliverdr to say brahmi doesnt work to improve memory. Brahmi enhances cognitive function, attention, and reaction time, according to a review of 9 studies and over 500 people https://t.co/qzLwLtAdNQ

Feb 4, 2023 · 20 likes · 3 shares · 17,425 followers View post →
John multhasir
@Dravidasanghi1 · X

@xenman2 @RamadossPreethi @doc_ashwinmed @drabbyphilips @mango3433 https://t.co/bPOG2F7HYp Do u accept meta-analysis of RCTs as best level of evidence in your hieracrchy of ebm. U asked for one.

Nov 27, 2021 · 39 followers View post →
Isca de Raiva™
@fvguima · X

@emerqui @RelativeBrain já tem várias revisões sistemáticas publicadas :-) https://t.co/GVgw3V5GSy https://t.co/SNDFgCiWlX

Oct 3, 2021 · 32,045 followers View post →
Tarun sharma
@tarun____sharma · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 6, 2021 · 9 shares · 42 followers View post →
Suny Sinha
@SinhaSuny · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 6, 2021 · 9 shares · 475 followers View post →
Sushmit
@72Raw · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 58 followers View post →
Sayantan Mukherjee
@hopelessweirdo · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 512 followers View post →
Hemant Meshram
@hemantmeshram · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 192 followers View post →
Dr.kidsdoc
@docphiloshoper · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 609 followers View post →
Guru
@KamathGurudutt · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 10,811 followers View post →
Anil Das
@dasanil · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 1,281 followers View post →
je suis azadi
@samyagdrsti · X

RT @drabbyphilips: 18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVID…

Jun 5, 2021 · 9 shares · 3,187 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

18/ Ashwaganda for memory, cognition NO BENEFITS, need more studies https://t.co/yknSWBlP8S Brahmi for memory - NO EVIDENCE, need better studies https://t.co/rXjbrsqJC7 Turmeric No evidence https://t.co/Y1ST4EOW9B Absolutely no evidence https://t.co/wX94fAaQH2 Dream on End

Jun 5, 2021 · 41 likes · 9 shares · 316,079 followers View post →
TheLiverDoc™
@theliverdr · X

A - https://t.co/rXjbrsqJC7 Result: some potential, nothing definite because it is never compared with a standard drug. I dont know Y complementary and alternative medicines R always compared with placebo when there are other better standards 2 compare them with! #livertwitter 3 https://t.co/UviRiDValx

Dec 23, 2020 · 1 like · 316,079 followers View post →
Erick Turner
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