Ashwagandha is one of the important herbs in Ayurveda. It is a light brown powder with a nutty flavour. It grows mainly in India, Central and South Asia and parts of Africa. It is also called the Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry. The Ashwagandha plant can grow up to 2 metres tall. It is a tall plant with purple or green flowers and bright red fruits. To make Ashwaganda powder, mainly the leaves and root are used. These are ground up and used as supplements.
In traditional Ayurveda, people have been using Ashwagandha root for centuries, and slowly the Western world is also starting to appreciate this powerful powder. And for good reason, as the Ayurvedic herb offers many benefits.
Ashwagandha is considered a natural adaptogen. An adaptogen is a substance that adapts to the body's needs. In this way, Ashwagandha has many benefits.
What makes this carrot so special?
This light brown herb contains a number of special biologically active substances that explain its powerful action; Alkaloids, saponins and the withanolide called withaferin A, found specifically in Ashwagandha root. Withanolides are substances that belong to flavonoids. Flavonoids are natural constituents of plants. They have antioxidant properties.
Ashwagandha root
There are also other nutrients Ashwagandha contains, namely several important fibres, vitamin B6, the amino acids L-lysine and L-arganine and a total of as many as 14 minerals and trace elements including copper, iron, zinc, sodium, cobalt, manganese, magnesium and chromium.
What is the best way to use Ashwagandha?
You can use this herbal supplement for as long as you want. For optimal results to properly assess the effects on your body, it is recommended to use it daily for several months in a row. Ashwagandha supplement is suitable for both adults and children. During pregnancy and lactation, use is not advised.
How much Ashwagandha to take for proper dosage?
For adults, the usual dosage of Ashwagandha root is 300 to 600 mg per day.
For temporary intake, a dosage of 1200 mg per day is also fine and safe. As long as you do not take this herb in large doses or add it to your diet, it is a completely safe superfood. You can start feeling the effects of Ashwagandha after 2-3 days. It is best to take it later in the day, or before going to bed with a glass of water because of its calming effect.
Tips on buying Ashwagandha capsules or powder
There are different forms and dosages for Ashwagandha supplements. You can buy Ashwaghandha in the form of powder or capsules (tablets). A variety of Ashwaganda products are available at Hempishop.
Ashwagandha capsules KSM-66 The advantage of taking capsules is that you can take a precise amount and dose easily. KSM-66 means that only the root has been used to produce Ashwagandha and there is a consistent very high dosage of withanolides.
Fermented Ashwagandha capsules are made from fermented Ashwagandha root. With the advantage that fermentation activates and enhances the powerful adaptogenic properties of Ashwagandha while maintaining its original energetic intent.
When buying ashwagandha capsules, it is useful to pay attention to a few things. Choose an ashwagandha extract that consists exclusively of the roots of the Withania somnifera plant (withanolides). Not all withanolides are healthy for the body. For example, withaferine A can be harmful in high levels. This is a substance found particularly in the leaves of the plant. This is why the best Ashwagandha is extracted from the roots of the plant. When only the root has been used during the production process, a supplement may bear the name KSM-66.
Finally, also pay attention to the origin of the Ashwaganda: the quality of Ashwagandha grown without the use of pesticides is often better. Therefore, opt for organic Ashwagandha.
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Warning
Stick to the recommended dosage.
A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.
Consult a doctor, pharmacist or therapist before taking supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, medication use and illness.
In case of liver or thyroid problems, it is advisable to consult a doctor or therapist about the use and dosage. The herb may affect thyroid hormone, sporadic cases of this have been reported.
Ashwagandha may adversely affect a number of medicines. Check with your doctor if in doubt.
When not to use ashwagandha?
For stomach discomfort
During pregnancy
While breastfeeding
When to watch out for using ashwagandha?
blood pressure lowering drugs
use of thyroid medication and for thyroid problems
diabetes and medication that lowers blood sugar levels
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