Ashwaganda root powder

Latin Name Withania somnifera

Part Used Root

Affects Endocrine system, Immune system

Description Ashwaganda has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine as a tonifying herb. It has been used for edema, coughs, skin diseases, and for increasing sperm count. It is indicated in anxiety disorders and in combination with other herbs for osteoarthritis. It is sometimes applied locally as an anti-inflammatory. Ashwaganda shows good immune-tonifying effects in laboratory studies. The herb is becoming a popular adaptogen, which is a substance that brings balance to the immune, hormonal and nervous systems, also counteracting stress and increasing endurance.

Dosage Decoction 1/2 cup 2-3 x/day