🌱Withania somnifera
Ashwagandha
★ Signature remedyWithania somnifera
A small woody root nicknamed 'Indian ginseng' — one of Ayurveda's main rasayanas (rejuvenatives).
Traditional use
Taken with warm milk and a touch of ghee at night for stress, depleted energy, and shaky sleep. Modern trials suggest cortisol-regulating effects.
How to prepare
Standardized extract: 300–600 mg/day with food. Traditional: 1/2 tsp powder stirred into warm milk with a pinch of cinnamon, evenings.
Safety notes
Avoid in pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, and with sedatives or thyroid medications.
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