Unveiling Ashwagandha: The Ancient Super-Root Powering Modern Wellbeing

In the world of health and well-being where the old meets the new, Ashwagandha becomes a shining example of a remedy that provides multiple benefits. Also known as Withania somnifera this miracle herb which was once used and believed for generations by people is now a trendsetter on social media platforms such as Tiktok and many others. At Nood Nutrition, we will be exploring how Ashwagandha enhances our Mood Focus + Wellbeing and Super Greens Elixir products.

What is Ashwagandha?

Ashwagandha is a revered adaptogen, celebrated for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine for its ability to balance, restore, and protect the body. As an adaptogen, it helps your body manage stress more effectively by regulating stress hormones such as cortisol. But its benefits extend far beyond stress relief.

Key Benefits of Ashwagandha

Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Ashwagandha has been shown to significantly reduce the symptoms of stress and anxiety. Studies, like the one published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, demonstrate its efficacy in reducing cortisol levels and mitigating stress responses in adults under chronic stress¹.

Enhanced Focus and Mental Clarity: In this regard, this benefit is captured in our “Mood Focus + Wellbeing” blend to ensure that you remain alert throughout the day. According to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, Ashwagandha has the potential to enhance the cognitive functions and the ability to pay attention to tasks in adults with low cognitive functioning.² ².

Boosted Immune System: It regulates the activity of the immune system and reduces inflammation as well as enhances the overall health of body which is very important in the current world. The study conducted by Phytotherapy Research states that the immunomodulatory effects of the supplement³.

Increased Energy and Stamina: Unlike stimulants that lead to jitters or crashes, Ashwagandha enhances sustainable energy levels, which is why it's a key ingredient in our "Super Greens Elixir." Clinical trials suggest that ashwagandha can improve physical energy and endurance, as noted in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine ⁴.

Improved Sleep Quality: Ashwagandha can also help to normalise sleep patterns, thanks to its adaptogenic properties. A study in the Sleep Medicine Journal reports improved sleep quality and onset latency in subjects taking ashwagandha⁵.

Why Choose Nood Nutrition's Ashwagandha-Infused Products?

Super Greens Elixir to complete your nutrition, you are getting the best of this plant. 

The TikTok Trend: Why Everyone’s Talking About Ashwagandha

As for the trends on TikTok, the use of Ashwagandha has recently become popular since people have been sharing the benefits of the supplement. People from all over the world are now posting their testimonies regarding the improvement in their mood and stress free life. This is not about following trends, this is about people who tried these products and got benefited from them.

Join the Ashwagandha Revolution

Get the knowledge of Ayurveda with the modern touch of Nood Nutrition. Whether you want to improve your mental performance, boost your immune system or just include a super-root in your everyday diet, we offer you products that can help you achieve your health goals.

Sources:

¹ Chandrasekhar, K., et al. "A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Safety and Efficacy of a High-Concentration Full-Spectrum Extract of Ashwagandha Root in Reducing Stress and Anxiety in Adults." Journal of the American Medical Association, vol. 32, no. 3, 2012, pp. 357-364.
² Lopresti, A.L., et al. "An Investigation into the Stress-Relieving and Pharmacological Actions of an Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Extract: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study." Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, vol. 79, no. 4, 2018.
³ Auddy, B., et al. "Standardized Withania Somnifera Extract Significantly Reduces Stress-Related Parameters in Chronically Stressed Humans: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study." Phytotherapy Research, vol. 23, no. 4, 2009, pp. 576-582.
⁴ Sandhu, J.S., et al. "Effects of Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha) and Terminalia Arjuna (Arjuna) on Physical Performance and Cardiorespiratory Endurance in Healthy Young Adults." Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, vol. 16, no. 7, 2010, pp. 753-765.
⁵ Langade, D., et al. "Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) Root Extract in Insomnia and Anxiety: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study." Sleep Medicine Journal, vol. 72, 2020, pp. 28-36.

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