Ashwagandha is an herb that remains evergreen. Ashwagandha, due to its medicinal uses, has been used for stress relief. It has a distinct smell due to which his name has been kept as Ashwagandha, Ashwa means Horse, and Gandha means smell. It carries a stringent smell as of stallion.

Though there is no strong evidence available to support its effectiveness for Covid 19 yet it cures so many conditions which in totality, contribute to the mental and physical well-being of human beings.

Uses:

Ashwagandha contains an element that might help calm the brain, reduce swelling, lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system. Since Ashwagandha is conventionally used as an adaptogen, it is used for many conditions related to stress. Adaptogens are supposed to help the body fight bodily and mental stress.

Benefits:

Ashwagandha may help reduce the risk of heart disease by decreasing cholesterol.
• It has been shown to increase natural killer cell activity and decrease markers of inflammation.

• Ashwagandha helps upsurge testosterone levels and considerably lifts sperm quality and fertility in men.

• Studies reveal that Ashwagandha may help reduce depression.

· In-home remedies Ashwagandha is given to the weak or abnormal child for its well-being as it is a perfect tonic for them.

· The components of Ashwagandha possess aphrodisiac rejuvenative-like properties, which can help in life-prolonging.

· There are herbal massage oils made using Ashwagandha extracts, and it is beneficial in treating sleeplessness, paralysis, and epilepsy.

· The leaves of Ashwagandha are crushed to prepare the paste. Due to its anti-inflammatory property, it cures local inflammation.

· Ashwagandha helps to improve the potency and energy in the body.

· The regular use of Ashwagandha churna has been effective in nervous exhaustion, low memory, and lower muscular energy.

· The decoction prepared using Ashwagandha roots is used to treat miscarriages and improve the uterus.

· The powder is prepared using Ashwagandha roots and leaves, and the oil is very useful for skin diseases.

· Ashwagandha helps in improving the milk quality of lactating mothers.

· Ashwagandha is rich in antioxidants which results in a good immune system.

· Ashwagandha is an excellent tonic for the nervous system, which helps deal with depression, stress and anxiety.

· Ashwagandha is useful in maintaining heart health, and it helps strengthen the heart muscles by improving the blood flow. This could also help in lowering the cholesterol level in the body.

· There is scientific literature that claims that Ashwagandha in diet can improve the respiratory system.

· Ashwagandha is used in handling thyroid-related problems.

Side effects and Precautions while using Ashwagandha

· The excessive dosage of ashwagandha-containing products can cause uterus contractions, premature baby birth, and miscarriages. Therefore, it must be taken with a proper prescription from a medical practitioner.

· The excessive dosage of Ashwagandha can lead to abortions.

· The dosage should be checked while taking anxiety-relieving medicines as an overdose may cause stomach upset, vomiting, and diarrhea.

· The intake of Ashwagandha can lower blood sugar levels. Therefore, it is better not to take Ashwagandha when suffering from low blood pressure.

· The intake of Ashwagandha can irritate when a patient is suffering from a stomach ulcer.

· Ashwagandha should not be taken before the surgery since it interferes with the central nervous system.