Himalaya Organic Ashwagandha, Adaptogen for Stress-relief, Cortisol level support and Energy Boost, 60 Caplets

Latin name: withania somnifera dunal (solanaceae) Sanskrit/indian name: ashvagandha, hayahvaya, vajigandha, asgandh Literally translated, the sanskrit name for winter cherry, ashvagandha, means 'the smell and strength of a horse'. Winter cherry is a nervine tonic, an antioxidant and also possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It has been used in ayurveda to boost the immune system and promote overall well-being. The root contains steroidal compounds which include the lactones withaferin a and carbon-27-glycowithanolide, known collectively as the withanolides. The withanolides are responsible for the varied medicinal applications of the herb. Winter cherry also contains a fair amount of alkaloids including tropine, pseudotropine, isopelletrine, anaferine and saponins, which impart medicinal properties to the herb.