Description
Sanskrit Name: Ashwagandha
English Name: Winter Cherry
Botanical Name: Withania somnifera
Ayurvedic Energetics: V-P+K
Plant Part Used: Root
ASHWAGANDHA holds a place in the Ayurvedic pharmacology similar to ginseng in Chinese medicine. Its name ‘ashwagandha’ , meaning ‘the smell of a horse’, comes from the fresh root smelling like a horse, and also because it is renowned for imparting the sexual stamina of a horse. It is the best rejuvenative herb, particularly for the muscles, marrow and semen and for Vata constitution. It is used in all conditions of weakness and tissue deficiency in children, the elderly, those debilitated by chronic diseases, those suffering from overwork, lack of sleep or nervous exhaustion. Ashwagandha is a good for weak pregnant women; it helps to stabilize the fetus. It also regenerates the hormonal system, promotes healing of tissues, and can be used externally on wounds, sores, etc. For such regenerative purposes, it can be taken as a milk decoction to which may be added raw sugar, honey, pippali and basmati rice. As such, it inhibits aging and catalyzes the anabolic processes of the body. Sattvic in quality, it is one of the best herbs for the mind upon which it is nurturing and clarifying. It is calming and promotes deep, dreamless sleep.
Actions:
Helps minimize the negative effects of stress
Enhances immunity & helps build deep vitality
Promotes sexual and reproductive balance
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