Benefits of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha)
Introduction to Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha, a renowned herb, typically grows at altitudes of 2000-2500 meters above sea level. It thrives in cultivated fields and is also found in natural forested areas. The roots of authentic Ashwagandha emit a distinctive aroma reminiscent of a horse when crushed.
Broadly, Ashvagandha is categorized into two types:
- Small Ashagandha: Found primarily in Nagaur, Rajasthan.
- Desi or Big Ashwagandha: Commonly grows in lawns, farms, backyards, and forests.
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Common Names of Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera ( Ashvagandha )
English – Winter Cherry
Hindi – Ashvagandha
Ashwagandha Ayurvedic Gun-dharm
Energy booster, vrihant, rasayan, vajikarana, naadi-balkarak, deepan, pushtikarak, shukrakarak, dhatu-vardhak, digestive, stress reliever, bitter, anti-fever, anti-bacterial, immune modulator.
Benefits of Ashwagandha
- stress reliever and reduces anxiety
- reduces blood sugar level
- Ashwagandha anti-cancer properties
- reduces cortisol levels
- reduces symptoms of depression
- Ashwagandha boosts testosterone and increase fertility in men
- muscle mass and strength
- Ashwagandha an anti-inflammatory Med
- lower cholesterol
- Ashwagandha improve brain function and memory power
- helps in Tuberculosis
- Ashwagandha helps in cough
- good for osteoarthritis pain
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