Ashwagandha Root and Herb Uses
 An integral part of African and Indian medical traditions, ashwagandha root is used by many cultures for its many health benefits. Several studies have suggested that the active constituents that lends to many of ashwagandha root's medicinal properties are steroidal compounds called withanolides. These helpful compounds are extremely similar to the active parts of Asian (Panax) ginseng, a commonly used and widely accepted adaptogen by many cultures.
Ashwagandha root is commonly used for:
- Anti-anxiety
- Anti-inflammation
- Fever reduction
- Protection against infectious disease
- Memory
- Immune system support
- General health
Studies have also shown that ashwagandha root may have GABA-like properties (gamma-Aminobutyric acid, the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the human body, which may explain its reported ability to support anti-anxiety.
Consult with your health care provider before you add ashwagandha root or any other supplement to your health care plan in order to rule out any possible reactions or side effects you may have to new substances.
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