Benefits of Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha, also known as “Indian Winter Cherry” is a plant native to India, Asia, and Africa and has been a part of Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. The plant is a small shrub with yellow flowers and traditionally the roots were used primarily for medicine. Our ashwagandha supplement harnesses the healing properties in the root to ensure you receive the best possible results!

History of Ashwagandha 

Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb. It’s native to India and Africa with over 3000 years of use in African, Ayurvedic, Unani, and indigenous medicine. Ashwagandha was taken daily to support health and healing. It would be given to children, adults, and the elderly that experienced weakness and fatigue, especially if they were recovering from illness. In Ayurveda it has been classified as “rasayana”, referring to a remedy used to ease the effects of aging, maintain optimal health, and act as a strengthening tonic during an illness. 

We’re constantly reacting to stimuli in our modern lifestyles, which can cause increased levels of stress and anxiety. Ashwagandha can help! This supplement will make you feel more at ease.  It helps regulate the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) which lowers cortisol levels. Overall, studies found that ashwagandha can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels, reduce sleeplessness and fatigue, and reduce serum cortisol (stress hormone) levels. 

Ashwagandha Benefits: 

• Reduce stress and anxiety 
• Improved sleep quality
• Increase energy
• Anti-inflammation
• Antioxidant
• Lower cortisol levels
• Improve cognitive function
• Reduces cancer risks
• Improve immune system
• Improves memory and focus 
• Improves overall health

Stress Relief

Ashwagandha is known for its ability to reduce stress and anxiety as well as increase energy. During stressful moments in your life, the cortisol levels in your body rise which will cause your heart to pump more intensely and rapidly as you enter fight-or-flight mode. When the stressful event is over your cortisol levels lower and normalize. When threats happen for extended periods of time, like financial stress for example, inflammation increases, as well as the risk of developing chronic conditions. Thankfully ashwagandha combats these issues. It helps the body reduce the amount of cortisol which will reduce the stress response. Ashwagandha is also able to counteract our sympathetic nervous system and decrease the excessive release of stress hormones, according to Dr Mulvihill.

Improved Sleep

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in every 3 adults in the US reported that they do not get enough rest everyday. With lack of sleep you have trouble learning, focusing, and reacting. You may have trouble making decisions, solving problems, remembering things, and managing your emotions and behavior. Sleep deficiency can lead to many chronic health problems, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and depression. Sleeping well also improves mood, brain performance, and health. Studies have shown improvements to sleep after taking ashwagandha like total sleep time, sleep efficiency, and mental alertness upon rising. 

What is the recommended dosage? 

To receive the best results, take 500 mg twice a day, says medicine specialist Yufang Lin, MD. Our capsules have 650 mg, which means you’ll only need to take one to experience the excellent benefits! However you may need to take the supplement at a different time of the day depending on your desired results. If you’re looking for improved sleep quality, take the supplement at night. If you’re looking for improved cognitive function, maybe taking it in the morning would be more beneficial.

Reishi Mushroom + Ashwagandha Benefits

Looking for even more energy and mental clarity? Try pairing ashwagandha with our reishi mushroom supplement. When reishi and ashwagandha are combined they help relax an overactive mind as well as energies nerves. 

Maca Mushrooms + Ashwagandha Benefits 

If you’re looking to improve your overall health, combine maca and ashwagandha and all your bases will be covered. Combining ashwagandha and maca is generally safe and will offer synergistic benefits. Ashwagandha reduces stress and promotes relaxation, while maca enhances energy, hormonal balance, as well as improving athletic performance.

Who Shouldn’t Take Ashwagandha?

If you have an autoimmune disease, have issues with your thyroid, or if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, ashwagandha may not be the best option for you. Always check with a health care provider before starting new supplements.