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by Elizabeth Walling, citizen journalist


(NaturalNews) Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) is a herbal dietary supplement grown in both North America and India. Also known as India winter cherry, it is part of the Solanaceae family. Ashwagandha is made from the brown roots of the shrub, and it is believed by many to benefit a number of ailments.

Ashwagandha has been used for centuries. Although people mainly associate the herb with India, Africans and even Native Americans have used it for infections and for warding off illness. Earning its fame in Ayurvedic medicine, ashwagandha is now proving to be a powerful herbal remedy prized by the alternative health community.

Even modern science is beginning to grasp the potent abilities of this herb. Numerous studies by researchers at India`s Banares Hindu University have investigated its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-stress properties. Seven companies in America have applied for a patent to include ashwagandha extract in the manufacture of certain products. Four Japanese companies also have applied for a patent.

Ashwagandha: Uses and Benefits

Ashwagandha in particular is known for its ability to calm, and some research indicates this herb can be used to promote sleep. In Texas, researchers noted the similarities in the sleep-inducing properties of ashwagandha and the calming effects of the well-known amino acid GABA. Likewise, ashwagandha has also been shown to ease anxiety or restlessness, as well as to reduce the symptoms of drug withdrawal. Its ability to stabilize moods and encourage adrenal recovery is highly valued by many herbalists.

But the benefits of ashwagandha extend far beyond mood. In India it is also used to help older patients with mental agility, cognitive ability, and memory. It is also known for its ability to fight off cold and cough symptoms. Preliminary studies give researchers reason to feel that ashwagandha also has the potential ability to decrease cancer cells without adversely affecting healthy cells.

Ashwagandha is also considered by many to be an anti-aging supplement, and it traditionally was known for its ability to provide nourishment to bones and muscles. Studies have also shown that the orange berries from the ashwagandha can be used topically to aid carbuncles, skin ulcers, and tumors. Further research looks to determine its effectiveness as a treatment for bone cancer, diabetes, bipolar disorder, constipation, impotency, rheumatism, nerve problems, memory loss, arthritis, and many other physical ailments. Its effectiveness is thought to be similar to the herb ginseng used by the Chinese.

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All the symptom cures, you have reported, is why ashwaganda is one of the best adaptogens. Adaptogens help to strengthen the adrenals, along with vitamin C and B5. Schizandra is also a great adaptogen.
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an it is one of the ingredients in Protandim.
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Dr. Weil was just on the Dr. Oz show, and shared that he started having a problem with mild to moderate depression in his early twenties. He's helped himself with natural diet and supplements. One of the herbs he recommended for depression was Ashwagandha.
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Low levels of GABA has been identified in cases of depression. Ashwagandha promotes GABA in the body.

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I like to cycle my patients on ashwaganda, then Panax Ginseng (Meyer), both are adaptogenic herbs that work extremely well to balance the body. I personally feel better with the Panax, but I do rotate them both myself. For extreme stress or really elevated cortisol Rhodiola works very well.
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