No.01
Withanolides
Why this matters
- № 01Supports the body's resistance to stress*
- № 02Promotes calm*
- № 03Supports healthy cortisol levels*
The Library · Vol. 01Entry No. 11· Chapter 02
Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
One of the most important herbs in Ayurvedic medicine, used for over 3,000 years. Known as 'Indian ginseng' for its rejuvenating and adaptogenic properties.
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Active compounds
5
In our products
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Clinical citations
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Adaptogens
Withania somniferaBotanical illustration
§ 1The molecules
Active compounds.
No.02
Withaferin A
Why this matters
- № 01Supports cellular health*
- № 02Supports the body's natural inflammatory response*
No.03
Sitoindosides
Why this matters
- № 01Supports cognitive function*
- № 02Helps combat mental fatigue*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
§ 2Receipts
What the research shows.
“In a 60-day randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, participants taking Ashwagandha extract daily showed significantly greater reductions in morning cortisol levels compared to placebo.”Lopresti et al., Medicine (Baltimore), 2019
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