🌿 Ashwagandha – The King of Ayurvedic Adaptogens

(Also known as Withania somnifera or Indian ginseng)

🧠 What It Is

• A powerful root-based herb used for over 3,000 years in Ayurvedic medicine.

• Name means “smell of horse”—implying strength and vitality.

• Belongs to the nightshade family (like tomatoes and eggplant).

🕉️ Traditional Uses

• Classified as a Rasayana (rejuvenator) in Ayurveda.

• Used to promote longevity, resilience, and youthful vigor.

💪 Health Benefits

• Acts as an adaptogen, helping the body manage stress and anxiety.

• May support:
  • Cortisol balance (stress hormone)
  • Sleep quality and mental clarity
  • Muscle strength and testosterone levels
  • Immune function and thyroid health

• Shows antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

⚠️ Side Notes

• Not recommended during pregnancy—may affect uterine tone.

• May interact with sedatives, thyroid medications, or immunosuppressants.

• Best taken under guidance, especially in extract/supplement form.