"Adaptogens supplements [such as ashwagandha] have been used for centuries in systems like Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, and what makes them so unique is their widely believed ability to help the body "adapt" to various forms of stress, whether physical, emotional, or environmental."
Ashwagandha
Powerful adaptogen revered for helping the body handle stress
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"Ashwagandha has been used as an aphrodisiac in Ayurveda for thousands of years. Nowadays, researchers are intensively exploring the potential of [it] as a possible remedy for reproductive system disorders."
Adaptogenic Plant
The plant Withania somnifera, also known as Ashwagandha, has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. Its scientific name means "sleep inducer" in Latin. Ashwa means "horse" and gandha means "wet" in Sanskrit, presumably a reference that relates either (or both!) to its odor or its purported abilities to impart horse-like strength. This plant is also called Indian ginseng or Indian wild cherry.
Ashwagandha is considered an adaptogen, a non-toxic substance that restore normal physiological functioning when under stress or other unfavorable factors.
Neuroprotective
Ashwagandha is revered across the world and throughout history as a nerve tonic and stress reliever. Research has highlighted the neuroprotective role of Ashwagandha against Alzheimer's, Huntington's, and Parkinson's disease. The protective effects of this herb are achieved through restoring mitochondrial and endothelial function, mitigation of apoptosis, inflammation, and oxidative stress mechanisms.
Hormone Support
Ashwagandha has been shown to have beneficial effects throughout the endocrine system, the hormonal control system. These effects include modulation of pituitary and thyroid gland functionality, regulation of adrenal activity, and even numerous positive influences on the reproductive system! It is known to lower stress and reduce cortisol as well, all due to a multitude of bioactive compounds in this incredible plant.
Anti-Oxidant & Anti-Inflammatory
Studies show that through ashwagandha's ability to inhibit inflammatory markers such as cytokines, nitric oxide, and reactive oxygen species, it can help regulate mitochondrial function and apoptosis and reduce inflammation. Emerging research demonstrate its efficacy to prevent and eradicate conditions from lupus to arthritis.
Sleep Regulation
Supplementation with ashwagandha has been shown to improve sleep quality and the ability to fall asleep faster, thereby reducing insomnia and negative effects associated with it such as a poor sense of well-being, problems concentrating, emotional disturbances, cognitive disorders, and lack of motivation.
Ashwagandha health benefits:
- Anti-stress
- Anti-anxiety
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-viral
- Antibacterial
- Antioxidant
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-diabetic
- Anti-obesity
- Cardioprotective
- Can lower cholesterol
- Alleviates insomnia
- Positively effects the endocrine system
- Improves function of reproductive system
- Decreases cortisol
- Positive effects on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis
- Neuroprotective
- Shows beneficial properties against Alzheimer's, depression, anxiety disorders, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, OCD, and bipolar disorders
- Modulates pituitary function
- Normalizes adrenal activity
- Improves secretory function of thyroid gland
- Encourages healthy skin
- Aphrodisiac
- May help infertility
- Nerve tonic
- Improves sexual satisfaction
- Improves sleep
- Improves vitality and quality of life
- Maintains general well-being
- Anti-arthritis
- Improves cognitive function
- Supports optimal digestion
Ashwagandha health benefits:
- Anti-stress
- Anti-anxiety
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-viral
- Antibacterial
- Antioxidant
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-diabetic
- Anti-obesity
- Cardioprotective
- Can lower cholesterol
- Alleviates insomnia
- Positively effects the endocrine system
- Improves function of reproductive system
- Decreases cortisol
- Positive effects on the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis
- Neuroprotective
- Shows beneficial properties against Alzheimer's, depression, anxiety disorders, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, OCD, and bipolar disorders
- Modulates pituitary function
- Normalizes adrenal activity
- Improves secretory function of thyroid gland
- Encourages healthy skin
- Aphrodisiac
- May help infertility
- Nerve tonic
- Improves sexual satisfaction
- Improves sleep
- Improves vitality and quality of life
- Maintains general well-being
- Anti-arthritis
- Improves cognitive function
- Supports optimal digestion
We intentionally offer Ashwagandha in powder form for several reasons:
- Pills and capsules may contain toxic binder ingredients, while our Ashwagandha powder has no poisonous additives!
- With our pure Ashwagandha powder, you do not pay extra for fillers that provide no benefit nor extra packaging, making it far more cost effective than other options.
- Less packaging means less waste for our planet!
- Our Ashwagandha powder is absorbed quickly by the body without wasting energy in breaking down capsule or pill constituents, rendering it more bioavailable.
You can take our Ashwagandha powder in a cup of water, or add it to juice or smoothies to mask the bitter flavor.
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Dosage Info
Ashwagandha powder can be taken in water, juice, tea, or smoothie to mask its slightly bitter flavor.
Daily Requirement
It is recommended to take 600 mg to 1 gram of Ashwagandha daily to maximize its benefits. This is equivalent to roughly 1/2 teaspoon to 1 teaspoon per day.
Reduce Stress & Anxiety, Improve Sleep, Boost Memory, Reduce Inflammation
300 mg taken twice a day at morning and night
Boost Fertility
500 mg taken twice a day, morning and night
Safety
Supplementation with ashwagandha is generally safe for most people. Potential side effects of taking too much can be upset stomach, loose stools, nausea, and drowsiness.
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