Ashwagandha
Also known as: Withania somnifera, Indian ginseng, KSM-66
An adaptogenic herb from Ayurvedic medicine. Used to reduce cortisol, improve stress resilience, support sleep, and enhance energy. Some evidence for improving thyroid function and reducing menopausal anxiety. Increasingly popular among perimenopausal women.
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Research Context
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How does Ashwagandha work?
Active compounds (withanolides) modulate the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis, reducing cortisol secretion. Also modulates GABAergic signalling (promoting sleep and reducing anxiety) and may support thyroid hormone production. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties observed in vitro.
Research Depth
Unknown
Long-Term Evidence
Limited
Only short-term data available. Long-term effects are not well understood.
Known Interactions
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