Ashwagandha is one of the most important herbs in Ayurveda, which is a traditional form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles of natural healing. Ashwagandha has been called the king of Ayurvedic herbs.

People have used ashwagandha for thousands of years to relieve stress, increase energy levels, and improve concentration

Its botanical name is Withania somnifera, and it’s also known by several other names, including “Indian ginseng” and “winter cherry.”

The ashwagandha plant is a small shrub with yellow flowers that’s native to India and Southeast Asia.

• Ashwagandha Benefits

• Relieves Stress and Anxiety.
• Lowers Blood Sugar and Fat.
• Increases Muscle and Strength.
• Improves Sexual Function in Women.
• Boosts Fertility and Testosterone Levels in Men.
• Sharpens Focus and Memory.
• Supports Heart Health.

• Heart Health.
• Gut Health.
• Cholesterol Management.
• Weight Loss.
• Reduced Blood Pressure.
• Muscle Strength.
• Supports Anemia.
• Potential Anti-Cancer Properties.

Daily dosages of 250–600 mg/day of a root extract. The most common dosing protocol is 600 mg/day divided into two doses, with one taken in the morning with breakfast and the other in the evening.

Evidence suggests that 600 mg/day is superior to lower doses for improving sleep.  Similarly, 600–1,000 mg/day may be more beneficial than lower doses for athletes undergoing an intensive exercise regimen.