Ashwagandha is a plant. The root and berries are used to make medicine.
Ashwagandha has many uses. But so far there is not enough information to judge whether it is effective for any of them.
Ashwagandha is used for arthritis, anxiety, sleep disturbances (insomnia), tumors, tuberculosis, asthma, skin disease marked by white patchiness (leukoderma), bronchitis, back pain, the fibromyalgia, menstrual problems, hiccups, and chronic liver disease.
Ashwagandha is used as an "adaptogen" to help the body cope with everyday stress, and as a general tonic.
Some people also use Ashwagandha to improve thinking ability, decrease pain and swelling (inflammation), and prevent the effects of aging. It is also used for fertility problems in men and women and also to increase sexual desire.
Ashwagandha is applied to the skin for the treatment of wounds, back pain, and paralysis on one side (hemiplegia).
Ashwagandha is the name of the Sanskrit language and is a combination of the word ashva, meaning horse, and gandha, meaning smell. The root has a strong aroma which is described as "horse-like."
In Ayurveda, Unani and Indian, ashwagandha is described as "Indian ginseng." Ashwagandha is also used in African traditional medicine for a variety of ailments.
Do not confuse with ashwagandha Physalis alkekengi. Both are known as winter cherry.
How it works?
Ashwagandha contains chemicals that may help calm the brain, reduce swelling (inflammation), lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system.
Anxiety. There is some evidence That ashwagandha combined with deep breathing and a specific diet might Reduce symptoms of anxiety. The effect of ashwagandha alone in anxiety is unclear.
Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Some clinical research That shows a combination herbal product Containing ashwagandha May Improve Warning and impulse control in children with ADHD. The effect of ashwagandha alone is unclear.
A brain cerebellar ataxia called Expired Expired Provided. Preliminary research shows ashwagandha That in combination with an alternative form of medicine Known As Ayurvedic therapy might Improve balance in people with cerebellar ataxia.
Diabetes. There is some evidence That ashwagandha might bloodsugar Reduce levels in people with diabetes.
High cholesterol. There is some evidence That might ashwagandha Reduce cholesterol levels in patients with high cholesterol.
Male infertility. Some preliminary clinical evidence Suggests That ashwagandha might Improve sperm quality, but not sperm count, in infertile men. It is Not Known yew Taking ashwagandha can Actually Improve fertility.
Arthritis. There is preliminary research That Particular ashwagandha taken in a supplement (Articulin-F) along with --other ingredients might Improve arthritis symptoms. The impact of ashwagandha alone in osteoarthritis is unclear.
Parkinson's disease. That preliminary research suggests a combination of herbs Including Ashwagandha Improves Parkinson's symptoms. The effect of ashwagandha alone in Parkinson's is unknown.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of ashwagandha for thesis uses.
Ashwagandha has many uses. But so far there is not enough information to judge whether it is effective for any of them.
Ashwagandha is used for arthritis, anxiety, sleep disturbances (insomnia), tumors, tuberculosis, asthma, skin disease marked by white patchiness (leukoderma), bronchitis, back pain, the fibromyalgia, menstrual problems, hiccups, and chronic liver disease.
Ashwagandha is used as an "adaptogen" to help the body cope with everyday stress, and as a general tonic.
Some people also use Ashwagandha to improve thinking ability, decrease pain and swelling (inflammation), and prevent the effects of aging. It is also used for fertility problems in men and women and also to increase sexual desire.
Ashwagandha is applied to the skin for the treatment of wounds, back pain, and paralysis on one side (hemiplegia).
Ashwagandha is the name of the Sanskrit language and is a combination of the word ashva, meaning horse, and gandha, meaning smell. The root has a strong aroma which is described as "horse-like."
In Ayurveda, Unani and Indian, ashwagandha is described as "Indian ginseng." Ashwagandha is also used in African traditional medicine for a variety of ailments.
Do not confuse with ashwagandha Physalis alkekengi. Both are known as winter cherry.
How it works?
Ashwagandha contains chemicals that may help calm the brain, reduce swelling (inflammation), lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system.
Anxiety. There is some evidence That ashwagandha combined with deep breathing and a specific diet might Reduce symptoms of anxiety. The effect of ashwagandha alone in anxiety is unclear.
Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Some clinical research That shows a combination herbal product Containing ashwagandha May Improve Warning and impulse control in children with ADHD. The effect of ashwagandha alone is unclear.
A brain cerebellar ataxia called Expired Expired Provided. Preliminary research shows ashwagandha That in combination with an alternative form of medicine Known As Ayurvedic therapy might Improve balance in people with cerebellar ataxia.
Diabetes. There is some evidence That ashwagandha might bloodsugar Reduce levels in people with diabetes.
High cholesterol. There is some evidence That might ashwagandha Reduce cholesterol levels in patients with high cholesterol.
Male infertility. Some preliminary clinical evidence Suggests That ashwagandha might Improve sperm quality, but not sperm count, in infertile men. It is Not Known yew Taking ashwagandha can Actually Improve fertility.
Arthritis. There is preliminary research That Particular ashwagandha taken in a supplement (Articulin-F) along with --other ingredients might Improve arthritis symptoms. The impact of ashwagandha alone in osteoarthritis is unclear.
Parkinson's disease. That preliminary research suggests a combination of herbs Including Ashwagandha Improves Parkinson's symptoms. The effect of ashwagandha alone in Parkinson's is unknown.
- Tumors.
- Tuberculosis.
- Liver problems.
- Swelling (inflammation).
- Ulcerations.
- Stress.
- Inducing vomiting.
- Altering immune system function.
- Preventing the signs of aging.
- Fibromyalgia.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of ashwagandha for thesis uses.
Ashwagandha is LIKELY SAFE when taken in the short term orally. The long-term safety of ashwagandha is not known. Ashwagandha high doses can cause stomach pain, diarrhea and vomiting.
It is not known if it is safe to apply directly to the skin ashwagandha.
Precautions & Special warnings:
Pregnancy and lactation: Do not use ashwagandha if you are pregnant. It is classified LIKELY UNSAFE during pregnancy. There is some evidence that ashwagandha could cause miscarriages. Not enough is known about the use of ashwagandha during breastfeeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Diabetes: Ashwagandha may lower the level of sugar in the blood. This could interfere with drugs used for diabetes and sugar levels in the blood due to go low. If you are diabetic, closely monitor your blood sugar.
High or low blood pressure: Ashwagandha may lower blood pressure. This may cause blood pressure to go lower in people with low blood pressure; or interfere with drugs used to treat high blood pressure. Ashwagandha should be used with caution if you have low blood pressure or taking medication for your blood pressure.
Stomach Ulcers: Ashwagandha can irritate the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Do not use ashwagandha if you have a stomach ulcer.
"Autoimmune diseases" such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or other conditions: Ashwagandha may cause the immune system to become more active and this could increase the symptoms of autoimmune diseases. If you have any of these conditions, it is best to avoid using ashwagandha.
Surgery: Ashwagandha can slow the central nervous system. Healthcare providers are concerned that the anesthesia and other drugs during and after surgery may increase this effect. Stop taking ashwagandha at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Thyroid Disorders: Ashwagandha may increase thyroid hormone levels. Ashwagandha should be used with caution or avoided if you have a thyroid problem or take thyroid hormone drugs.
