Rejuvenative for vata & kapha that promotes vitality & strength
Ayurvedic Energetics:
Rasa (taste): bitter, astringent, sweet
Virya (action): heating
Vipaka (post-digestive effect): sweet
Doshas (constitutions): Balancing for vata and kapha, may aggravate pitta in excess
Herbal Actions:
alterative, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, calmative, diuretic, galactagogue, muscle relaxant, nervine, nutritive, rejuvenative, sedative, somniferous, tonic, thermogenic, vulnerary Traditional Uses:
anxiety (mild), brittle nails, convalesence, emaciation, exhaustion, fatigue, general debility, hyperactivity, hypotension, impotence, infertility, insomnia, memory loss, muscle ache/cramps, muscle atrophy, nervous debility, restlessness, rehumatism, seminal debility, senility, sexual debility, spermatorrhea, vertigo* Possible Contraindications:
High ama, stomach ulcers; use with care during pregnancy Suggested Use:
Take 1-2 tablets, once or twice daily, or as directed by your health practitioner. Commentary: Ashwagandha is one of the most highly regarded and commonly used adaptogens in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Maximizing the bodies ability to resist stress, it enables the body to reserve and sustain vital energy throughout the day while promoting sound, restful sleep at night. It is considered one of the best herbs for calming vata and for revitalizing the male reproductive system. Used by both men and women, it maintains proper nourishment of the tissues, particularly muscle and bone, while supporting proper function of the adrenals. This potent herb is also used as an anti-inflammatory to support comfortable joint movement. Ashwagandha prevents or minimizes imbalances that may lead to disease, whether from poor diet, lack of sleep, mental or physical strain, or chemical toxins in the environment. It has also been used to increase libido and potency, for it is said to bestow upon its user the vitality and strength of a horse*. Supplement Facts: Serving size: 1 tablet
Servings per container: 90
Each 500 mg tablet contains: Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera)*. **Certified organically grown Other ingredients, from natural sources: stearic acid (from vegetable oil), rice maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, cellulose and magnesium stearate (from vegetable oil). Banyan Botanicals contain no animal products and are suitable for vegetarians.
Boosts energy levels*
Promotes relaxation and sound, restful sleep*
General adaptogen for combating stress*
Supports healthy libido*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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