Ashwagandha

Hey everyone, I’ve been asked recently about the benefits of ashwagandha and whether it was worth taking as it’s been a largely growing topic amongst the fitness community recently. So, here’s some information to give you all a better understanding of the topic. 

What is Ashwagandha?

Ashwagandha is a herb native to Asia and Africa that has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine to treat a variety of problems, including inflammation and discomfort, boosting nutrition, and insomnia.  

Additionally, ashwagandha is regarded as an adaptogen. It may therefore improve your body's ability to handle stress. To confirm how effective ashwagandha is, more research is being done on its many benefits. However, if you struggle to fall asleep or deal with stress and anxiety, this herbal supplement might be useful. 

Here are some benefits, that ashwagandha may provide; 

1. May aid in lowering anxiety and stress –The most well-known benefit of ashwagandha is perhaps its capacity to lower stress. It falls under the category of an adaptogen, a substance that aids the body in managing stress. 

2. May help improve sleep - Ashwagandha is often taken to encourage peaceful sleep, and some evidence points to its potential benefits for improving sleep. 

3. May lessen inflammation – Compounds in ashwagandha, such as withaferin A, may aid in the body's natural reduction of inflammation. 

Dosage: 

Ashwagandha has no set dosage; individuals should take varying amounts of the herb based on what works for them. According to research, the optimal dosage may be in the range of 500-600mg per day. 

Written by - Tom Weaver