Ashwagandha Root

Withania Somnifera

Specification:

Standardized to 5% Withanolides

Dose Used:

600 mg per day

Used in:

• Calm

Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, is a well-regarded adaptogenic herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for c. 6000 years. Known as a “Rasayana” (rejuvenator) in Ayurveda, Ashwagandha is believed to promote vitality, mental clarity, and a balanced response to daily stress. Ancient Ayurvedic texts, such as the Charaka Samhita, describe Ashwagandha as one of the most valued herbs for restoring energy and supporting overall well-being, Ashwa meaning “smell of a horse” due to its association with vigor and vitality.

Traditional and Scientific Uses:

• Supports healthy response to daily stress
• Supports sleep quality and relaxation

Study Overview:

In an eight-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 60 healthy participants with daily stress received either 125 mg or 300 mg of Ashwagandha extract, or a placebo, twice daily. Measures of stress, including cortisol levels, were assessed. Results indicated both 250 mg and 600 mg daily doses could potentially support a healthy response to daily stress and sleep quality when compared to the placebo.

Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study – PubMed (nih.gov)