Ashwagandha is an herb with great significance in Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine. It was used, amongst many purposes, to strengthen the immune system after illness and relieve anxiety. Its value lies in its ability to give energy and create calmness at the same time. Some small scientific studies support the health benefits of ashwagandha, suggesting that it has anti-oxidizing, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and sleep-inducing properties. It may also act as a tonic to improve overall health and energy. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen; it balances and stabilizes various physiological processes, including reducing sensitivity to stress.

Benefits:

• Relieves Stress and Anxiety
• Lowers Blood Sugar and Fat
• Increases Muscle and Strength
• Boosts Fertility and Testosterone Levels in Men
• Sharpens Focus and Memory
• Supports Heart Health

Recommended Use:

You may add the Ashwagandha powder directly to your food. For example, you can mix the powder into nut butters, granola, smoothies or overnight oats. Just don’t expose it to high heat, Clairmont says, which would cancel out the herb’s therapeutic benefits and possibly even render it carcinogenic. Instead, keep it over medium heat or toss it into your food toward the end of your food preparation.