Ashwagandha Scientific Name
Withania somnifera
Ashwagandha Other Names
English: Winter Cherry, Indian Ginseng
Chinese: PinYin: Shui Qie
French: Cerise d’Hiver
Hindi: Asgandh
Chinese: PinYin: Shui Qie
French: Cerise d’Hiver
Hindi: Asgandh
What is Ashwagandha?
Ashwagandha is a plant that belongs to the Solanaceae or nightshade family and has been classified as Adaptogen (a non-toxic plant component that helps the body resist almost all kinds of stressors like weather, chemical, physical or biological.)
It is one of the most powerful herb and is known for restorative benefits and is prescribed to people for strengthening their immune system.
Numerous studies indicate that ashwagandha has anti-anxiety effects and helps reduce cortisol levels. It has been found to have helped people in reducing insomnia, fatigue and depression-related symptoms.
Extract of the Root is the most common used part of the plant.
Common forms of Ashwagandha
Powder, Capsules
Ashwagandha is commonly used for:
- Allergies
- Low libido
- Mental Health (Relieves stress and improves concentration)
- Increases Energy Levels
- Reduce Blood Sugar Levels
- Reduce Cortisol Levels
- Thrush
- Sciatica
- Rheumatism
- Nightmares
- Osteoporosis
- Impotence
- Neuralgia
- Muscle Cramps and Spasms
- Preventing and treating Brittle Nails
Ashwagandha Dosage
300 mg twice daily after food for 60 days.
Ashwagandha Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Not known.
Safety Claim: It’s considered safe for up to 3 months of use. Long-term use and it’s safety is not known.
Pregnant or Nursing mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
Safety Claim: It’s considered safe for up to 3 months of use. Long-term use and it’s safety is not known.
Pregnant or Nursing mothers: Not known.
Children: Not known.
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