Ashwagandha for Stress: What the Research Actually Shows
Adaptogen has become a marketing word. Here is what ashwagandha genuinely does, at what dose, and who should avoid it.
Ashwagandha is the most studied herb in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, which makes it easier to separate claim from evidence.
Cortisol
Multiple controlled trials have measured reductions in serum cortisol among chronically stressed adults taking standardised root extract over 60 days.
Sleep quality
Ashwagandha is not a sedative. It shortens sleep onset latency in people whose sleep is disturbed by stress — a different mechanism from a sleeping aid.
Strength and recovery
Trials in resistance-training populations have reported improvements in strength and recovery markers.
Dose and form
Root extract standardised to withanolide content, typically 300-600 mg daily. Leaf extracts are cheaper and not equivalent.
Who should be careful
People with hyperthyroid conditions, autoimmune disease, or on sedative medication should consult a doctor first. Not recommended in pregnancy.
Formulations Worth Trying
Karela Jamun Sugar Care Juice 1000ml
Turmeric Curcumin Plus Capsules
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