Ashwagandha – The Natural Anti-Stress Herb!
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‘Ashwagandha’, the word in itself means ”the smell of a horse” – a reference to the strength and stamina of a horse. That is exactly the kind of power you can attain if you consume this famous herb regularly!
This herb has multiple benefits and primarily helps you deal with any kind of stress – be it mental, physical or emotional. It not only relaxes you but can also lower blood sugar, combat symptoms of depression and improve the working of your brain.
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Multiple studies have shown that regular consumption of Ashwagandha can reduce the symptoms of stress and anxiety.
When you are stressed, your adrenal glands secrete cortisol. Cortisol can also be released when your blood sugar levels fall. In some people, cortisol levels can become elevated chronically. This can lead to high blood pressure, weight gain and joint problems.
Read More: 7 Different Types of Relaxation Techniques That Help You Fight Stress.
Joint problems like arthritis can severely impact your daily life. Ashwagandha can help reduce pain in the body by preventing nerves from sending pain signals to the brain. Because this herb also reduces inflammation in the body, it can also help people who have rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory arthritis.
The available scientific data support the conclusion that Ashwagandha is a real potent regenerative tonic (Rasayana of Ayurveda), due to its multiple pharmacological actions like anti-stress, neuroprotective, antitumor, anti-arthritic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory etc. It is even useful for different types of diseases like Parkinson, dementia, memory loss, stress induced diseases.
Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD
Are your cholesterol levels inching upwards with every passing day? Consume ashwagandha to bring them down. This herb has certain beneficial compounds that lower the lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides) in your blood.
High lipid levels can cause plaque to accumulate in your arteries and increases your risk of a stroke.
Must Read: 8 Foods That Are Good For Heart!
High blood sugar usually occurs due to two reasons – low insulin secretion and reduced insulin sensitivity of the cells in the body. Ashwagandha not only increases insulin secretion in the body but also improves the ability of your muscles to utilize insulin effectively.
Read More: Understanding Blood Sugar Levels
Want stronger and fitter muscles? Consume ashwagandha along with working out daily. Ashwagandha can increase muscle strength and size. Not just that, it can also help you lose fat.
Clinical experience and trials have shown that one Ashwagandha sustained release capsule once daily for 90 days might be helpful for improving memory and focus, psychological well-being, and sleep quality, reducing stress levels, and is usually safe and well-tolerated.
Dr. Ashish Bajaj – M.B.B.S, M.D.
A weak immune system can invite troubles! It means that you could now be extremely vulnerable to viral and bacterial illnesses like the common cold and flu.
Ashwagandha consumption can make your immune cells more active. This means it can react more promptly to harmful microbes in your body, kill them and protect you from ill-health.
How can ashwagandha help? Consuming ashwagandha will ensure that your cortisol levels are not high enough to damage your health.
Read More: 7 Easy Ways to Boost Immunity
Ayurveda has advocated ashwagandha consumption to boost memory and brain function since ancient times. Now studies have found that ashwagandha increases antioxidant activity in your brain cells. How does this help your brain? If antioxidant activity is reduced in the brain then free radicals damage your brain cells and impair their functioning.
Ashwagandha is beneficial for the reproductive health of men. Here’s how it can benefit them:
Because ashwagandha reduces one’s stress levels, it can enhance his sex life. High stress levels can lower libido and reduce the quality of one’s sex life.
Ashwagandha is an all-rounder when it comes to promoting good health. Consume it daily to experience the powerful health benefits it offers and keep your body refreshed and rejuvenated at all times!
Disclaimer: The above information has been prepared by a qualified medical professional and may not represent the practices followed universally. The suggestions listed in this article constitute relatively common advice given to patients and since every patient is different, you are advised to consult your physician, if in doubt, before acting upon this information. Lupin Limited has only facilitated the distribution of this information to you in the interest of patient education and welfare.
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