ASHWAGANDHA BENEFITS: What Ashwagandha Is And How It Works

Ashwagandha Root is known for reducing anxiety, boosting mood, and even gains in muscle and strength. In this video we look at the science behind the benefits of consuming Ashwagandha. ► The Ashwagandha Extract I Take: What is Ashwagandha? For thousands of years, Ashwagandha Root (Withania somnifera) has been one of the staples of Traditional Indian Medicine. *Always consult a doctor or physician before beginning a nutritional video is entertainment, I am not a doctor and this video is not medical advice. If I can find them I include affiliate links.* In traditional indian medicine it is classified as rasayana meaning it is believed to lead to long life, similarly in more modern times, medicine tends to classify it as an adaptogen. Adaptogens are compounds which allow the body to deal with the physical and chemical effects of stress. It’s no surprise then that one of its most celebrated benefits is an apparent reduction in feelings of anxiety and a boost in mo