Ashwagandha is a prominent herb in Indian Ayurvedic medicine and has become a popular supplement due to its health benefits.
 
Limited evidence suggests that ashwagandha reduces blood sugar levels through its effects on insulin secretion and sensitivity.
 
Ashwagandha supplements may help lower cortisol levels in chronically stressed individuals.
 
Ashwagandha has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety in both animal and human studies.
 
What do people use ashwagandha for?
 
There is some evidence to suggest that the herb can have neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects. Inflammation underpins many health conditions, and reducing inflammation can protect the body against a variety of conditions.
For example, people use ashwagandha to help treat the following:
stress
anxiety
fatigue
pain
skin conditions
diabetes
arthritis
epilepsy
 
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