An Ayurvedic herb propounded by ancient Indian medicine, Ashwagandha is considered a general treatment for everything, from hiccups to menstrual woes. Ayurvedic practitioners believe that Ashwagandha possesses aphrodisiac, rejuvenating and life prolonging properties. A plant with various medicinal benefits, Ashwagandha extracts are known to assist in treating disorders like fatigue, rheumatism, impotency, premature ageing and constipation. Recent research has proved the herb to be a preventive or therapeutic drug for stress induced neurological disorders. Ashwagandha extracts are also believed to have sedative properties and prove effective in the treatment of memory loss.
With chemicals like withanolides, alkaloids, choline, fatty acids, amino acids, and a variety of sugars, this medicinal enhances the overall wellness of man. A member of the tomato family, Ashwagandha leaves and fruit have valuable medicinal properties and the roots of the plant are commonly used in Western herbal remedies as well.
Also referred to as the Indian ginseng, Ashwagandha is used in Ayurvedic medicine in a way similar to that of the use of Ginseng in traditional Chinese medicine. Ashwagandha is also used to enhance sexual potency for both men and women and is widely acknowledged for its rejuvenative properties. Numerous modern studies have found that Ashwagandha manifests the ability to help in the reduction of inflammation and stress. It is also known to promote physical and mental vitality and works as an anti-oxidant.
