ORGANIC
Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera) is a powerful adaptogen used in Ayurvedic medicine to enhance vitality and resilience. Native to India and surrounding regions, its name means “smell of a horse,” symbolizing the strength it is believed to impart.
Renowned for stress relief, Ashwagandha helps regulate cortisol levels, reducing anxiety, improving sleep, and enhancing mental clarity. Its antioxidant properties protect cells from oxidative damage, supporting brain health and potentially slowing the progression of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s.
Ashwagandha is also known to strengthen the immune system by increasing white blood cell production and boosting overall immune response. It supports blood sugar regulation by improving insulin sensitivity and lowering fasting blood sugar levels, making it beneficial for individuals with diabetes or prediabetes.
Physically, it aids energy, endurance, and muscle recovery, while promoting hormonal balance and thyroid health. Studies suggest it improves fertility, sperm quality, and menstrual regulation. Its broad benefits make it a key herb for overall physical and mental well-being.
Suggested Use
Adults take 1-2 full droppers (1-2 mL.) orally once or twice per day or as recommended by your healthcare professional. Tincture can be added to coffee or tea if preferable.
Shake well before use. Our products are extremely shelf-stable.
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any allergies to mushrooms or plants listed in our ingredients.
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH RESEARCH:
Here are three NIH research studies focusing on Ashwagandha root and its benefits for stress, sleep, and immunity:
1. Ashwagandha supplementation reduces stress and anxiety:This study demonstrates that Ashwagandha significantly reduces stress and anxiety in healthy adults, providing adaptogenic effects that can help mitigate the physical and psychological impact of stress.
https://www.cureus.com/articles/21749-adaptogenic-and-anxiolytic-effects-of-ashwagandha-root-extract-in-healthy-adults-a-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-clinical-study[oai_citation:3, Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study | Cureus]
https://www.cureus.com/articles/25730-adaptogenic-and-anxiolytic-effects-of-ashwagandha-root-extract-in-healthy-adults-a-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-clinical-study
2. Effect of Ashwagandha on sleep:A systematic review and meta-analysis concluded that Ashwagandha can effectively improve sleep quality, particularly in individuals suffering from insomnia. The herb's calming effects are linked to its ability to reduce stress and induce sleep via GABAergic activity.
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0228797
[oai_citation:2, Effect of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extract on sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis | PLOS ONE]
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0257843
3. Cognitive and mood improvement with Ashwagandha:A clinical trial showed that Ashwagandha supplementation enhances cognitive function and mood, particularly by reducing perceived tension and fatigue in young adults, offering additional benefits for mental clarity and stress management.
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/12/1813
[oai_citation:1, Acute and Repeated Ashwagandha Supplementation Improves Markers of Cognitive Function and Mood]
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/12/1813
These studies suggest that Ashwagandha root may have promising effects on anxiety, sleep and the immune system.
