Ashwagandha
Much of the research done shows ashwagandha’s most robust effects are on inflammation, neuroprotection and stress regulation. It can help with:
- Improving thyroid function
- Improved stress hormone balance
- Reduction of anxiety and depression
- Improved stress response
- Increased stamina and endurance
- Prevention and treatment cancer
- Reduced brain cell degeneration
- Stabilization of blood sugar
- Lowering cholesterol
- Boosting immunity
In a double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial 300 mg of ashwagandha was given to half of the 64 adults with a history of chronic stress. At the end of the 60 days experiment the group taking ashwagandha was 89% better than the severe depression group taking the placebo. Cortisol levels in the study group were also decreased by 28 percent after the two months of supplementation.
Another Ashwagandha’s benefits was shown in a study by Dr. Minal Vaidya and Dr. Rekha Parmar of Japan, where it improved the body’s ability to regenerate nerve cells and dendrite growth throughout the brain and body. These changes can help in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s and an all-around bio-enhancing substance for anyone looking for a significant health boost. Ashwagandha also improves communication between nerve cells and stimulates the body to heal nervous system damage.
CONCLUSION: I recommend Ashwagandha mainly for brain and memory and have found that anyone dealing with stress, anxiety and depression find it to be a lifesaver.