Simple Herbal Extracts | Ashwagandha
Name |
Ashwagandha |
Botanical Name |
Withania somnifera |
Part Used |
root |
Contraindications |
Not for use in pregnancy; May potentiate the effects of barbiturates * |
Traditional Information* |
A traditional Ayurvedic medicinal plant considered one of the best tonic remedies of India. It is a calming adaptogen and nervine used to reduce stress, stimulate libido and male reproductive functioning. It also acts as an antispasmodic and along with Black Cohosh, Kava and Wood Betony is specific for fibromyalgia pain. Due to its rich iron content, Withania is used to treat iron deficient anemia and the resultant fatigue associated with it. |
Herbal Therapeutics Research Library, David Winston (RH) AHG
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