Ashwagandha extract is one of the most important herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. It has also been called Indian ginseng, because it has been used in Ayurvedic medicine in a way that is similar to how the Chinese use ginseng. It is important to note that the two herbs have different effects on the body.
Potential Benefits of the Ashwagandha Herb
There have been numerous reported Ashwagandha benefits. They include:
- Promotes longevity and improves memory
- Assists the immune system
- Improves sexual vitality and aids reproductively
- Reduces inflammation
- Battles stress and reduces anxiety
- Is an antibacterial, protects against infection, illness and fever
- May help body ducts clear obstructions
- Treats memory lost by reducing brain-cell degeneration
- May have anti-carcinogenic effects
- Is an antioxidant
- Promotes general wellness
The Ashwaganda Plant
The Ashwaganda Plant is a bushy plant that grows to be up to 6 feet. This evergreen shrub is indigenous to India and the Middle East, but now is grown elsewhere, including in the United States.
The shrub is related to a tomato plant and produces yellow flowers and a small red fruit about the side of a berry or raisin. This berry is used to help liquids coagulate and cheese curds form when making vegetarian cheeses.
The roots of the Ashwagandha plant are what is used most often in Ayurvedic medicine.
Where to get and in what form:
Ashwagandha is available in the United States as a dietary supplement. It can be found both online or in stores in either a pill or powder form. Ashwagandha tea is also available. Organic Ashwagandha is available for purchase as well. (No need to get harmful chemicals!)
The recommended Ashwagandha dosage is 600 to 1000 mg twice a day.
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