Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a prized Ayurvedic herb grown in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka & China. It is also found naturally growing in Africa, south Eastern Europe & Asia. In Sanskrit the name Ashwagandha translates roughly to “horse-like smell” referencing both the smell as well as the strengthening & aphrodisiac action of the herb.
The most notable action of Ashwagandha is its ability to modulate physical & psychological stress responses, also known as an adaptogenic quality. The herb is believed to reduce stress & depression, increase cognition & protect the neurons. Ashwagandha is considered to be a tonic as it has wide reaching positive actions on a number of organs & conditions helping the body find homeostasis.
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