The King Of Herbs Decoded: 6 Advantages Of Ashwagandha & Its Best Products

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The ancient medicinal system of India aka Ayurveda, is an absolute treasure trove that has inspired, and still inspiring, treatments and cures for eons. One such herb is Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng), a star ingredient in many Ayurvedic medicines. It's a native herb of India, and although it's no new discovery for Indians, as our mothers and grandmothers have been recommending it for as long as we can remember, it has certainly gained a newfound popularity in the European context. 

Ashwagandha is an herb traditionally used as an adaptogen, which means it possesses unique properties that help the body adapt to stress. It helps restore equilibrium in the body and has a broad scope of effect on multiple body systems simultaneously including biological, physical, mental, or chemical. 

Let's look at its top six benefits and some product recommendations.

Advantages Of Ashwagadha

Helps With Stress And Anxiety

Ashwagandha is linked with lower cortisol levels (a stress hormone), and many studies show that ashwagandha can block the pathway of stress signals that go straight to our brains. A trickle effect of this benefit is its help with a good night's rest, which in turn helps with insomnia. (1)

Weight Loss

People who struggle with their weight tend to have higher cortisol levels, and since ashwagandha is linked to lowering cortisol levels, it is able to help with weight loss as well. Not only that, it also helps with lowering blood sugar levels and triglycerides, ultimately reducing fat and blood glucose levels.

Physical Performance

Ashwagandha can elevate your physical performance, including strength and recovery time. Researchers have conducted many randomised studies that show that ashwagandha increases muscle and strength and can help with speed and stamina by lowering cholesterol levels and body fat percentage. (2)

Increases Concertation And Memory

Another benefit of consuming ashwagandha is improved cognitive abilities. After eight weeks of use a study found out that ashwagandha helps improve both immediate and general memory and may be effective in improving attention and information processing speed in people with mild cognitive impairment. (3)

Decreases Inflammation

As mentioned above, this adaptogen works together in various body systems and helping with inflammation is one of them. It exhibits neuroprotective activity and reduces levels of inflammatory proteins like interleukin and other anti-inflammatory markers. It is also known to help with post-inflammatory disorders. (4)

Thyroid Health

Many studies show that individuals dealing with hypothyroidism (lower production of thyroid hormones) have positively benefited from consuming ashwagandha root extract, as it has helped with normalising and controlling increased levels of hormones. (5

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FAQs

Is it good to consume ashwagandha every day?

There is no harm in taking ashwagandha every day, but we would still recommend consulting a professional to rule out any allergies. Please also ensure that the one you are consuming is free of heavy metals and other toxins.

Can ashwagandha cause acne?

Ashwagandha contains withanolides, which soothe inflamed skin and even help with inflammation from within, but some individuals have reported experiencing more breakouts and acne after regular consumption.

How often and how should one consume ashwagandha?

It's best to consume with ashwagandha root extract with one-fourth spoonful of ghee or honey. For convenience of taste, you can consume gummies or tablets with water, twice a day.

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