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Native to India, Ashwagandha is a favorite herb of the Ayurvedic tradition. It is often used in tea along with other herbs like cardamom and ginger to compliment its unsweetened chocolate-like taste. Some desserts also its flavor as an enhancement.
Other Names: Indian Ginseng, winter cherry, withania
Latin: Withania somnifera
Family: Solanaceae
Country of Origin: India
Actions: Adaptogen, anabolic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antitumor, aphrodisiac, astringent, diuretic, hormone tonic, hypotensive, immune tonic, nervine, nutritive, rejuvenative, sedative, tonic, uterine relaxant
Energetics: Moistening, warming, and sweet
Precautions: Use during pregnancy only if under the care of a qualified health-care professional as some reports have shown abortifacients properties. May also increase the effects of barituarates.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this description is purely for historical or entertainment value and is not designed to treat, diagnose or cure any diseases. If you have any current medical conditions, please seek the advice of a medical practitioner. The individual herbs offered here have not been tested for efficacy with regard to the contents of vitamins, minerals or other constituents.
References: Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine – Brigitte Mars
| Weight | N/A |
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| Size | 1 oz., 2 oz., 4 oz., 8 oz. |
