Benefits of the Ashwagandha herb
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Ashwagandha is an ayurvedic herb made famous by reports that it is taken by athletes to improve stamina and overall physical performance. Ashwagandha's sanskrit name is drawn from its strong smelling roots. Its name in Sanskrit literally means that which smells like a horse (ashwa-horse and gandha-smell).
Nicknamed the "Indian ginseng", the herb is also a well-known aphrodisiac. Rich in phytochemicals such as withananine, choline, trapino, and alkaloids, it has the unique ability to not only increase physical fitness but also to relax the body. In fact Ashwagandha is a powerful aid in both rejuvenation and stress relief. Its latin name Withania Somnifera refers to its relaxing and sleep inducing properties
As a stress reliever and anti-inflammatory it is very beneficial in stress-related medical conditions such as arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, hypertension. Ashwagandha is often recommended in conjunction with a herb like Boswellia which is a well-known anti-inflammatory and pain reliever.
In addition to being a stress reliever Ashwagandha also is a sleep-aid and is said to improve brain functions similar to the herb Bacopa.
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