Push the reset button with Ashwagandha

More people are becoming interested in supporting their sense of wellbeing, by supporting two vital factors associated to maintaining long term good heath: sleep and stress.

It has become increasingly popular to turn to natural approaches as an adjunctive part of many wellbeing programmes, which often includes using supplements. One herb that has become increasingly popular in this area is ashwagandha. This traditional herb has a long history of use, and researchers are finding there is evidence to support its use for general wellbeing, energy levels, mood, focus, sports performance and supporting healthy blood sugar levels.

Today, we consider ashwagandha for those feeling wired but tired. It’s ideal for those who feel they need to push a reset button! A review of five studies in 2021 found that ashwagandha supported sleep for those who took 600 milligrams daily for eight weeks or longer. Those groups taking ashwagandha also reported feeling refreshed when they woke up in the morning and had a sense of wellbeing.

Numerous studies have supported the uses of ashwagandha for supporting stress management, sleep and mood. One study with fifty-eight volunteers found those that took 600 milligrams of ashwagandha for eight weeks felt that it supported coping with worry and healthy sleep patterns.

A 2022 study was conducted on 60 American college students (aged 18 to 50 years) that were feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by their academic performance. This group of volunteers took 700 milligrams of ashwagandha extract daily. They reported a balanced sense of wellbeing and felt more rested and focused during the 30-day period of the study.

Ashwagandha’s main active compound are withanolides which are found in the roots of the plant and believed to be key properties to support the body, brain and mood. Try Solgar Ashwagandha Root Extract with both standardised extract of the withanolides, as well as whole root powder in every capsule, so you get all the aspects of support this herb brings.

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