Ashwagandha
Parts Used:Root
Certified Organic
Country of Origin:India
Withania somnifera is a scientific name for a perennial flowering shrub belonging to the Solanaceae, or nightshade, family. Originating in India, the plant prefers to grow in dry regions of the country.
Uses and Benefits:
Stress Relief
Energy Support
Urinary Support
Active Ingredients:
Alkaloids
Steroidal
lactones
Saponins
Traditional Use:
The root of Ashwagandha has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine as tonic, diuretic, stimulant, and aphrodisiac. It's been also used to deal with leucorrhoea, boils, pimples, flatulent colic, worms, and piles. The paste formed when roots are crushed with water has conventionally been applied to reduce the inflammation at the joints.
Modern Studies:
Classified as a powerful adaptogen, Ashwagandha enhances the body's resilience to stress. Studies have shown that Ashwagandha root extract exhibits a variety of beneficial effects, including its ability to slightly lower blood glucose levels, as well as soothe symptoms of stress and decrease cortisol in stressed patients. Besides, a decrease in total cholesterol of around 10% has been observed following Ashwagandha root extract regular intake.
