Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an herb used extensively in traditional Indian Ayurveda. Ashwagandha’s historic use as a general tonic is primarily due to its adaptogenic properties, which help the body adapt to temporary physical and emotional stress. Modern scientific data suggest that ashwagandha may also support healthy immune system function.
According to the US National Library of Medicine National Institute of Health and other publications, Ashwagandha is a traditional medicinal herb with multiple health benefits. It can reduce anxiety and stress, help fight depression, boost fertility and testosterone in men and may even boost brain function. Supplementing with ashwagandha may be an easy and effective way to improve your health and quality of life.
- Lower Blood Sugar Levels
- Has Anti Cancer properties
- Useful in neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's Huntington's and Alzheimer's diseases
- Promote intellect and memory
- It is an anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic agent and was found useful in clinical cases of Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis
- Helps reduce Costicol Levels
- Helps reduce Stress and Anxiety
- Helps Increase Testosterone Levels
- Exhibits an antidepressant effect
- Mood stabilizer in clinical conditions of anxiety and depression
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An Overview on Ashwagandha: A Rasayana (Rejuvenator) of Ayurveda
Cautions / Interactions:
For adults only.
Consult your healthcare practitioner if taking medication or have a medical condition (especially gastrointestinal conditions, including ulcers). This product may cause digestive upset in some sensitive individuals. If you experience any gastrointestinal discomfort after using this product, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children.
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Pregnancy: Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women.
Diabetes: Ashwagandha might lower blood sugar levels. This could interfere with medications used for diabetes and cause blood sugar levels to go to low. If you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar closely.
High or low blood pressure: Ashwagandha might decrease blood pressure. This could cause blood pressure to go to low in people with low blood pressure; or interfere with medications used to treat high blood pressure. Ashwagandha should be used cautiously if you have low blood pressure or take medications for your blood pressure.
Stomach ulcers: Ashwagandha can irritate the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Don’t use ashwagandha if you have a stomach ulcer.
Surgery: Ashwagandha may slow down the central nervous system. Healthcare providers worry that anesthesia and other medications during and after surgery might increase this effect. Stop taking ashwagandha at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Thyroid disorders: Ashwagandha might increase thyroid hormone levels.
