Withania somnifera
Found in 830 products 5 forms available Trending for: adaptogenic, cortisol management, memory support, circadian rhythm
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Supplement Guide
Supplement Guide Promising evidence
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
The first surprise is in the name. Ashwagandha literally means "smell of a horse," a nod to roots said to carry the animal's odor—and, in Ayurveda, its vigor....
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Best For Promising evidence
Best for Hormone Balance (perimenopause & Menopause)
ERr 731 (rhubarb extract) — 4 mg daily — fast VMS relief [9]
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Understanding Withania somnifera
Reported benefits
→Supports stress resilience and promotes a balanced mood during stressful periods
→Supports daytime energy and vitality
→Supports cognitive function and memory
→Promotes better sleep quality
Dosage Guide
50mg
Low
250mg
Standard
200mg
Therapeutic
• Most products contain 50-250mg
• Therapeutic dose: 250-200mg
Forms & Absorption
KSM-66
Standard form
203 products
Sensoril
Standard form
132 products
Shoden
Standard form
31 products
Withania somnifera
Standard form
19 products
Ashwaganda
Standard form
18 products
Timing & Usage
Best taken:With meals
With food:11% recommend with food, 9% on empty stomach
Spacing:2+ hours from other minerals if applicable
