History
In Ayurveda, Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng) has been used for 3000 years. Due
to its effects, it has become a very popular plant especially in the regions of
Southeast Asia and Southern Europe. It is associated with many beneficial
effects. Over the course of its existence, it has acquired different names
(nicknames) depending on the nation. In India it is associated with the concept
of horse-power and in China it is called the root-of-life.
Origin and cultivation
Ashwagandha is a perennial, evergreen herb or shrub. It thrives in
subtropical and tropical areas where it is cultivated. The region of India
therefore provides ideal conditions for its proper growth. The plant is mainly
used for its root, which is dried and ground into a powder after harvesting.
Composition and properties
Frequently mentioned active substances are withanolides.
Recommended dosage
Stir 1 teaspoon (3 grams) daily in water, juice, milk, porridge, smoothies,
cereal or other foods. Daily intake of Withania somnifera: 3 g.
Warning
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
- This product is not intended to replace a varied and balanced diet.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Not suitable for children under 3 years of age or pregnant and
lactating women.
- Store dry, protect from heat.
Packaging
You can choose from two packaging options:
- in a paper bag, 300 g content
- in glass bottle, 80 g content
Origin: India
Sources
[1] PARVINDER, Kaur et al., 2001. A biologically active constituent of
withania somnifera (ashwagandha) with antistress activity. Indian Journal of
Clinical Biochemistry. 16(2), 195–198.
[2] G. NAIR, Muraleedharan et al., 2006. Ashwagandhanolide, a Bioactive
Dimeric Thiowithanolide Isolated from the Roots of Withania somnifera. Journal
of natural products. 69(12), 1790–1792. Edit quote
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Relationships for Withanolides as Inducers of the Cellular Heat-Shock Response.
Journal of Medicial Chemistry. 57(7), 2851–2863. Edit quote
[4] CHEE CHANG, Leng et al., 2013. Biologically Active Withanolides from
Withania coagulans. Journal of Natural Products. 76(1), 22–28.
[5] K. KAUSHIK, Mahesh et al., 2017. Triethylene glycol, an active component
of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) leaves, is responsible for sleep induction.
PLoS ONE. 12(2), 1–12.
**Health claims from the so-called ON HOLD list
• Adaptogen
• Mental health and relaxation
• Normal activity of the cardiovascular system
• Antioxidant
• Energy – vitality – muscles – stamina
• Mental health, stress & sleep
• Rejuvenation
• Normal function of the reproductive system
• Normal respiratory system function
• Normal skin condition
ON HOLD list – This is a list of substances and their relationship to
health that have been sent to EFSA for assessment but EFSA has not yet issued an
expert opinion or the EC has not yet issued a decision. Please note that these
claims are temporary.