Ashwagandha (60 capsules)
Ashwagandha (60 capsules)
SKU | P117-60 | |
Brand | Pure Encapsulations | |
Unit Size | 60 capsules | |
Dosage | 1 capsule daily, with or between meals, or as directed by a health professional. | |
Potency | standardized to contain 2.5% withanolides | |
Contraindications | Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. Ashwagandha may be contra-indicated in individuals allergic to plants in the nightshade family. In rare cases, large doses have been reported to cause gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, or vomiting secondary to irritation. Consult your physician for more information. Ashwagandha is contra-indicated with immunosuppressant medications. It may have an additive effect when combined with sedative medications or thyroid medications, so use with these types of medication should be monitored. Consult your physician for more information. | |
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English name | Ashwagandha |
Description | Ashwagandha, Withania somnifera, is an adaptogenic herb that belongs to the pepper family. It has an extensive, 4,000-year history of traditional use and is one of the most revered and widely used Ayurvedic herbs. Withanolides are key constituents of this herb and play an important role in ashwagandha’s overall ability to promote physical and mental health. In animal studies, ashwagandha has been shown to support the activity of lymphocytes and macrophages, moderate occasional stress, enhance memory and cognitive function, provide neuroprotection by scavenging free radicals, and support thyroid function. A small human clinical trial demonstrated the ability of ashwagandha to support healthy glucose and lipid metabolism.*
The Ashwagandha Pure Encapsulations supplement is best known to help counteract the effects of occasional physical and mental stress, as well as support cognition and memory function. Ashwagandha is an herb that belongs to the pepper family and has and has been used extensively over 4,000 years for use in promoting overall health and longevity.*
Certified Gluten-Free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization |
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Ingredients | Supplement FactsAmount Per Serving each (size 00) vegetarian capsule contains: ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extract (root) - 500 mg
other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water) |