Ashwagandha

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Common Names:  
Ashwagandha Root, Winter cherry, Indian ginseng 
Botanical Name:  Withania somnifera 
Chinese / Pin Yin Name:  None
Ashwagandha Dosage: Follow doctor's instructions for how to use this herb.
Ashwagandha Precautions:  Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

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Ashwagandha Root Benefits & Information

Ashwagandha root is a medicinal herb that has been used to treat a variety of health
concerns for thousands of years.  Ashwagandha is a member of the
Solanaceae (nightshade) plant family which includes includes popular
vegetables as tomatoes, potatoes and eggplant, along with flowers like petunias. 
This plant is used in Ayurvedic medicine, the ancient system of Indian medicine,
as a rejuvenator (rasayana). Studies have shown it contains sedative,
antibacterial, antimicrobial, and astringent properties. 
Ashwagandha root can be used as a tonic. 
Ashwagandha root health benefits include:

  • Supports a Health Immune System
  • Benefits the Endocrine System
  • Promotes Normal Thyroid Function
  • May Benefit Male Reproductive Function
  • Promotes a Calm Mood
  • Benefits Healthy Glucose Levels
  • Supports the Blood & Circulatory Systems
  • Benefits Muscles Health & Endurance. 
  • Supports the Body's Health Response to Inflammation

Ashwagandha Naturally Occurring Components: 
 Alkaloids, Isopellertierine, Anferine, Steroidal lactones, Withanolides, Withaferins, Saponins

 Vitabright lists some other health benefits of Ashwagandha.

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Herbs That Combine With Ashwagandha

Lemon Balm     Goji Berry     Echinacea Pupurea     Licorice     Turmeric     Rhodiola     Ginger

Resources:  
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/herbs-and-spices/health-benefits-of-ashwagandha-or-indian-ginseng.html
https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Ashwagandha-Cid1159
 

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-proven-ashwagandha-benefits
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3252722/
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318407#how-to-use-it