Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng)
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Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng)
Withania somnifera
Root, fruit, leaf
Alleviate arthritis (anti-inflammatory), helps cope with stress and promote calm, improve endurance
Rooted in Ayurvedic medicine, this herb is often used to reduce stress through impacting cortisol levels (stress hormone). A natural remedy for low energy levels, and helps promote alertness.