Why ashwagandha good for everyone?

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Benefits of
Ashwagandha
Presented by Virat Kumar
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Introduction
Ashwagandha, which is also known as winter
cherry, is a type of evergreen shrub found in
India, the Middle East, and some parts of Africa.
It belongs to the Solanaceae family, commonly
known as the nightshade family. The genus has
several other Withania species that have similar
appearances.
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History of Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha has been a part of Ayurveda, India's
ancient healing system, for over 6,000 years. It
is considered a potent Rasayana with a variety of
benefits. The root is known to be tonic,
aphrodisiac, diuretic, and much more. The name
"Ashwagandha" comes from its horse-like aroma and
the promise of equine strength upon consumption.
It is widely used for various conditions, from
children's emaciation to issues of old age,
rheumatism, and even insomnia. Ashwagandha is a
versatile remedy deeply ingrained in the tapestry
of traditional medicine.
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6 potential benefits of ashwagandha

• May help reduce stress and anxiety
• May benefit athletic performance
• Reduce symptoms of mental health
• Boost testosterone and increase fertility
• May improve brain function, including memory
• May reduce inflammation

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May help reduce stress and anxiety
Ashwagandha may help control stress mediators
such as heat shock proteins (Hsp70), cortisol,
and stress-activated c-Jun N-terminal protein
kinase (JNK-1).
May benefit athletic performance
Ashwagandha may help improve physical performance
in athletes and healthy adults, including
measures like VO2 max and strength.
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Reduce symptoms of mental health
After 12 weeks, participants who consumed 1,000
mg of ashwagandha extract daily experienced
greater reductions in depression and anxiety
compared to those who were given a placebo.
Boost testosterone and increase fertility
The herb increased DHEA-S and testosterone levels
by 18 and 14.7, respectively, compared to the
placebo.
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May improve brain function, memory
Taking Ashwagandha may improve cognitive function.
One review of five clinical studies found
preliminary evidence that ashwagandha may improve
cognitive function in specific populations, such
as older adults with mild cognitive impairment
and individuals with schizophrenia.

• Cognitive functions that may benefit include
• executive functioning
• attention, reaction time, and performance on
  cognitive tasks.

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May reduce inflammation
Animal studies have shown that WA may also help
reduce levels of inflammatory proteins such as
interleukin-10 (IL-10), and theres some evidence
ashwagandha may help reduce inflammatory markers
in humans too.
An Ayurvedic drug with ashwagandha and other
herbs taken twice daily for a week lowered
inflammatory markers CRP, IL-6, and TNF-a
compared to placebo. The treatment formulation
also contained

• One gram of giloy ghanvati (Tinospora cordifolia)
• Two grams of swasari ras (a traditional
  herbo-mineral formulation)
• Half a gram of tulsi ghanvati (Ocimum sanctum)

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What should we do?
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100
500 milligrams (mg) per day for ashwagandha does
not begin working immediately. In fact, according
to most studies, results typically appear within
4-12 weeks.
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Proper Storage of Ashwagandha Powder
To ensure the quality and potency of your
Ashwagandha powder, it is important to store it
properly. Keep it in a cool, dark place away from
direct sunlight and moisture. You can use
airtight containers to preserve its freshness and
effectiveness. It is also important to avoid
exposure to heat and ensure that the storage area
is dry to prevent clumping. Regularly check for
any signs of spoilage such as changes in color
and odor.
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