Ashwagandha Extract

Species Name: Withania Somnifera

Also known as: Ashwagandha, Indian ginsing,Samm Al Ferakh,Kanaje Hindi,Amukkuram in Malayalam as well as Winter cherry and Ajagandha.

What is Ashwagandha Extract? The Ashwagandha plant belongs to the tomato family.

The fruits are much different however, as it appears more as a berry.

It can be found in abundance in a few countries such as Bangladesh and India.

It is most respected in the Ayurvedic community and actually goes back over 3000 years. Most of the medicinal properties for this herb are found within the roots of the plant.

Although there are many listed beneficial uses for it, generally it is promoted as an overall treatment for the general wellness of the body.

It is used for specific treatments by different cultures.

Home Remedies Using Ashwagandha Extract:

Benefits and Uses of Ashwagandha Extract:

Many different countries have adapted their own uses for this Ashwagandha herb.

Some countries appreciate it for its qualities as an adaptogen which aids in physiological functions. Additionally, it is touted as a antioxidant, sleep inducer and utilized for increasing sexual drive.

In Ayurvedic medicine Ashwagandha is taken for inflammation, tumors and infectious diseases and for an overall health tonic.

It is also being studied further for its benefits in the treatment of arthritis. In the cosmetic field, when mixed with carriers, it is promoted as a facial toner.

It is suggested that this herb has a healing effect on infections such as salmonella and other microbial infections.

This herb seems to draw the attention of Scientists in many different countries because of its far reaching benefits.

This herbal extract is gaining much interest in its possible treatment of various types of cancer.

In fact there has been an ongoing study with a combination of Ashwagandha and Curcumin which is another herb in relation to Indian medicine.

This is a very important study in relation to the effects of the extract in the treatment of Osteosarcoma.

This study has been ongoing since 2008.

Below is a list of other uses for ashwagandha extract.

  • Improves memory
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Increases functionality of the physiology of the body
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-tumor properties
  • Reduces stress
  • Sexual stimulant
  • Used for Cancer treatments
  • Helps with Diabetes
  • Reduces Epilepsy symptoms
  • Reduces Fatigue
  • Helps with GI disorders

Side Effects of Ashwagandha Extract:

Ashwagandha can over stimulat the thyroid which can possibly lead to a condition known as thyrotoxicosis.

Based on these findings it has been recommended that individuals suffering from thyroid problems or liver conditions should not use Ashwagandha.