What is Ashwagandha?
Introduction of Ashwagandha : Facts, Meaning, History and Purpose:
Biological/Botanical Name, of Ashwagandha:
"Ashwagandha"
("Withania somnifera" Biological/Botanical name of Ashwagandha and Somnifera means ‘sleep-inducing’ in Latin. ")
Ashwagandha is known by many other names such as Clustered Winter Cherry,
Indian Ginseng, Strychnos, Winter cherry, Peyette, Asgandha, poison
gooseberry etc.
It is an angiosperm (a plant having its seeds enclosed in an ovary; a
flowering plant.) and belongs to the "nightshade family
(Solanaceae)".
A brief History and Description of Ashwagandha:
In Sanskrit Terminology Ashwagandha is a combination of two
different words, ‘Ashwa’ meaning horse and ‘Gandha’ which means smell,
'Smell of Horse'.
Traditionally, it is believed that those who adopt this plant will gain the strength and vitality of their horses.
A small shrub with yellow flowers and red fruits from India, North Africa
and the Middle East.
The roots, seeds, and berries of the shrub are used in the therapy of
various ailments, for example, arthritis, bronchitis, anxiety, insomnia,
elevated cholesterol and blood sugar numbers, men and women infertility,
tumors, back pain, and lots of other illnesses and conditions.
How To Consume Ashwagandha?
Ashwagandha is now available in many forms, including Ashwagandha capsules
or tablets, Ashwagandha tincture ( You can Take Liquid Tincture with name 'Withania somnifera' from Homeopathic Stores) , raw
powder, and a growing number of commercially available Ashwagandha drinks
and foods. Whether you are taking Ashwagandha as a supplement or with
food or drink, it is important to remember that the results are cumulative.
Therefore, it must be taken regularly to achieve long-term benefits.
Health Benefits of Ashwagandha(Withania somnifera):
"Ashwagandha", A Nature Great Gift to Human Being, it is a 'Magical
Herb' used to treat Human Health Problems, Daily Worries such as stress,
anxiety, exhaustion, lack of sleep.
Ashwagandha Improve Sperm Count, increase testosterone production, boost
sperm health, treatment for loss of libido and even for erectile
dysfunction (ED).
Ashwagandha Nutrition's Riches with antioxidants, iron and amino acids
is a powerful herb with an impressive variety of health
benefits.
Ashwagandha is a plant that has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic
medicine.
Here are Some Major Benefits of Ashwagandha Uses on Healthy Life:
1- Ashwagandha reduces Stress:
Ashwagandha, Actually have beneficial and Adapted herbal medicine who
have Stress Problems, it is very Perfect for who have Depression Problems.
Because Ashwagandha contains 'high levels of cortisol, 'the stress hormone'. It is
considered an effective treatment to reduce stress.
2- Ashwagandha Improve Sex Drive and Poor Sex Performance:
One Reason of Poor Sex Performance is Stress. As discussed that Ashwagandha has natural ability of Controlling Stress.
The Ashwagandha plant primarily helps relieve stress. The higher the
stress level, the higher the blood pressure. High blood pressure is a major
cause of erectile dysfunction because it restricts blood flow to all blood
vessels.
3- Ashwagandha raise the levels of testosterone
With age in men, the body's own production of testosterone decreases
significantly. It is believed that after the age of 30, testosterone levels
decrease by 0.4-2% per year. Symptoms of this hair loss include hair loss,
muscle loss and poor bed rest.
Ashwagandha helps produce testosterone. Increases serum levels of
luteinizing hormone and testosterone and activates the natural balance of
male sex hormones.
Ashwagandha is known to inhibit the growth of
cortisol('the stress hormone'), thereby reducing stress and delaying the natural breakdown of
testosterone. It helps maintain optimal testosterone levels for the body to
function sexually.
4- How Ashwagandha Increase LIBIDO and Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
The same can be said for today's research. Ashwagandha has become a popular treatment for decreased libido and erectile dysfunction due to its aphrodisiac Properties (a food, drink, or other thing that stimulates sexual desire.)
Role of NITRIC OXIDE in Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Decreased nitric oxide production is one of the common causes of erectile
dysfunction. Men are interested in the best ways to boost nitric oxide
naturally.
Nitric oxide (NO) has many functions in the body, but this article focuses
on nitric oxide, a signaling molecule that relaxes the small muscles of
blood vessels and allows more blood to pass through them. The word NO is a
vasodilator). In the case of the penis, as the level of nitric oxide in the
penis increases, so does the blood in the penis, which can lead to an
erection. Sexual arousal indicates the release of nitric oxide.
When a man starts taking Ashwagandha, it stimulates the production of
nitric oxide in the body. It dilates the blood vessels that carry blood to
the genitals. It is effective for increasing sexual desire and
satisfaction.
5- Ashwagandha helps to regulate blood sugar levels
The addition of Ashwagandha has been shown to improve insulin secretion and insulin
sensitivity, as well as lower blood sugar levels with and without
diabetes.
