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Ashwagandha Root Powder

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a bitter, astringent taste.

Description

Ashwagandha is a small shrub with yellow flowers, native to India and North Africa. Ashwagandha Root Powder is a whitish cream colored powder derived from the root of the ashwagandha shrub.

Health benefits

  • Ashwagandha Root Powder increases insulin secretion and improved insulin sensitivity in muscle cells that helps to lower blood sugar level in the body.(1)
  • It has anti-cancer properties that impede the growth of new cancer cells in the body.(1)
  • It reduces the risk of high blood sugar levels and increased fat storage in the abdomen by reducing cortisol levels in chronically stressed individuals.(1)
  • It also helps to reduce stress and anxiety.(1)
  • It helps to boost testosterone levels and improve reproductive health in men.(1)
  • It helps to improve body composition by increasing muscle mass.(1)

Selection Guide

Go for organic Ashwagandha Root Powder, free from additives. Also, make sure that the powder is free-flowing and does not contain any lumps. Check for the expiration date on its packaging.

Note

Consumption of Ashwagandha root powder may increase thyroid hormone levels in some people with thyroid disease. It may decrease blood sugar and blood pressure levels in people taking medications.(2)

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