Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Ashwagandha Capsule
Ashwagandha Capsule
| Generic name | Withania somnifera |
|---|---|
| Forms | Capsules, Powders, Liquids, Teas, Tablets |
Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub found in parts of India, Africa, and the Middle East. It has been used for thousands of years in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and is sold today as a food supplement in forms like capsules, powders, liquids, and teas. It contains compounds called withanolides, which are linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
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