Ashwagandha, also known as Withania somnifera, is an ancient herb revered in Ayurveda—the traditional medicine system of India—where it has been used for thousands of years. Modern researchers have now begun to unravel why this herb has so many wide-reaching benefits for human health.
Ashwagandha’s traditional medicinal uses are so numerous, it’s difficult to list them all. However, some of its well-known uses are promoting youthful vitality and longevity, enhancing the function of the nervous system, and sharpening the intellect.
In the West, ashwagandha has been studied extensively and is known as a potent adaptogen. Adaptogens, according to the Cleveland Clinic, “are plants and mushrooms that help your body respond to stress, anxiety, fatigue, and [improve] overall well-being.”…