ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA- Benefits, Ingredients, Indications, Dosage, Usage, Preparation, Side effects, Equivalent Medicines, Research Papers

Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub that grows in India, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. Its roots and orange-red fruit have been used for hundreds of years for medicinal purposes.                                    The name Ashwagandha describes the smell of its root (like a horse). By definition, ashwa means horse. This herb is considered one of the most important herbs in the Ayurvedic medicine system, a health care practice that started in India over 3000 years ago.

BENEFITS OF Ashwagandha Churna

•  Can reduce blood sugar levels
• Anti-cancer properties
• Boost Testosterone
• Increase muscle mass
• Anti-aging

INDICATION  OF Ashwagandha Churna

• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Reduce cortisol levels
• Insomnia

INGREDIENTS OF Ashwagandha Churna

Ashwagandha – powder form-3kg

DOSE WITH USAGE OF Ashwagandha Churna

Usually taken as 3 grams, 2 to 3 times a day for adults. It can be consumed with warm milk and should be taken on an empty stomach in the morning or at night before going to sleep.

EXERCISE AND YOGA FOR Ashwagandha Churna

Aerobic exercise

Practice hobby

Hatha yoga is best yoga

RECOMMEND DIET AND BEHAVIOR OF Ashwagandha Churna

Fruits and Vegetables can include in our diet

Papaya, Blueberries, Nuts, Avacado can include in diet

Research paper on Ashwagandha Churna

An Overview on Ashwagandha: A Rasayana of Ayurveda by Narendra Singh, Mohit Bhalla and Marilena Gilca published in AJTCAM, published on 2011 Jul 3.

Brands available of  Ashwagandha Churna

Dabur India

Sitaram Pharmacy

Oushadhi

Kottakkal Arya Vaidyasala

 

SIDE EFFECTS AND CONTRAINDICATION  OF Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is possibly safe when taken for up to 3 months. Large doses of ashwagandha might cause stomach upset, diarrhea, and vomiting.

CLASSICAL REFERENCE

In Sahasra yoga mentioned in Churna Kalpana, page 165 ( 1999 Edition)

This book contains formulations of Ayurveda and preparation methods.

CONCLUSION

In Ayurvedic classics, Ashwagandha is reported having Shothahara, Vedanasthapana, Mastishkashamaka, Deepana, Anuloma, Krimighna, Balya. Several experimental studies are conducted on Ashwagandha and its constituents providing the scientific basis for the activities reported in Ayurveda. A significant amount of investigations have been carried out on anticancer and chemoprotective activities of Ashwagandha indicate the drug is a potentially useful adjunct for patients undergoing radiation and chemotherapy.

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Dr. Rajesh Nair

Licensed Ayurvedic doctor focused on providing individual Ayurvedic consultation services. Specialized in work related stress, Womens’ issues, diabetes, Pecos, arthritis, male and female sexual problems and infertility. Interested in academic work as well. Now working with www.ayurvedaforall.com as senior consultant, Ayurveda.

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