Description

Ashwagandha Root

Latin name: Withania somnifera

Health Benefits of Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha often referred to as the "Indian Ginseng" as it is often used in the same manner as Ginseng. is a great all around body builder that has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicinal practices. Used mainly as a calming herb, Ashwagandha not only has a wonderfully interesting name, but more health benefits include:

Great relief for stress and anxiety. It helps to calm nerves and has a great soothing effect on the body. It increases the body's overall ability to adapt to and resist stress.
Works wonderfully to help clarity of the mind and memory. This helps facilitate learning.
Energizing and soothing.
Has anti-inflammatory properties that help in the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism.
Because of its stress relieving properties, it can be a good treatment for hypertension.
Is good for sexual health as it is a known aphrodisiac.
Classic reproductive tonic.
Enhances stamina, which makes this herb popular with athletes.
Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is sometimes a good treatment for urinary tract infections.
Can be used to help stimulate memory in those suffering from different forms of dementia.
Is currently being tested as an anti-cancer drug because of its effectiveness in test animals to kill tumors cell by cell.

How to Use Ashwagandha

Can be used in tinctures, teas, or in encapsulated form.
Mix with other more flavorful herbs such as Sarsaparilla Root and Cinnamon Powder to make a suitable tea.
Mix with milk for a classic Indian rejuvenating drink.
Try blending it with Chai tea.

Cautions and Side Effects of Ashwagandha