The scientific studies to support our claims are published in the following peer-review journals:
Study: Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Root Extract for Improvement of Sexual Health in Healthy Women: A Prospective, Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Study
What the study wanted to find out:
The researchers wanted to see if Ashwagandha, a natural herb known to help with stress and energy, could improve sexual function in healthy women who had low sexual desire but no hormone problems.
What they did:
They conducted an 8-week study with 80 women aged 18 to 50. The women were randomly given either Ashwagandha capsules (300 mg twice daily) or a placebo. The researchers checked their sexual function, distress related to sexual problems, and quality of life at the start, after 4 weeks, and after 8 weeks.
What they found:
Women taking Ashwagandha showed significant improvements in all areas of sexual function—including desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction, and pain—compared to those taking the placebo. They also had less sexual distress. Quality of life tended to improve more in the Ashwagandha group, but this was not statistically strong. More women on Ashwagandha reported better sexual experiences. Side effects like nausea and drowsiness were rare and similar in both groups.
What it means:
Taking Ashwagandha twice a day for eight weeks may safely improve sexual health and satisfaction in healthy women with low sexual desire.
Study: Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults: A Double-blind, Randomised, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study - PMC
What the study was about:
Stress, anxiety, and poor sleep are common problems in today’s world, affecting people’s health and well-being. Ashwagandha, a traditional herbal medicine, is often used to help reduce stress. This study tested different doses of a strong Ashwagandha root extract to see how well it works to lower stress, anxiety, and improve sleep.
What they did:
60 healthy adults who reported feeling stressed were split into three groups. One group took a low dose of Ashwagandha (125 mg twice daily), another took a higher dose (300 mg twice daily), and the third took a placebo (a dummy pill). The study lasted 8 weeks. Researchers measured stress levels, anxiety, cortisol (a stress hormone), and sleep quality before, during, and after the treatment.
What they found:
Both Ashwagandha doses significantly reduced stress levels and lowered cortisol compared to the placebo. People taking Ashwagandha also reported better sleep quality. The higher dose showed even stronger effects.
What this means:
Ashwagandha root extract can effectively reduce stress and anxiety and help improve sleep in healthy adults.
Study: Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Root Extract in Improving Sexual Function in Women: A Pilot Study - PubMed (nih.gov)
What the study was about:
Many women face issues with sexual function, like difficulty reaching orgasm or other challenges. Ashwagandha is a herb known for improving overall physical and mental health. This study tested whether a strong Ashwagandha root extract could help improve sexual function in healthy women.
What they did:
50 women were split into two groups. One group took 300 mg of the Ashwagandha extract twice daily for 8 weeks, and the other group took a placebo (a dummy pill). Researchers measured sexual function and distress using questionnaires, and also counted the number of successful sexual encounters.
What they found:
Women who took Ashwagandha showed significant improvements compared to the placebo group in overall sexual function, including arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction, and less distress. They also had more successful sexual encounters.
What this means:
Taking this Ashwagandha root extract may help improve sexual health and satisfaction in healthy women.
Study: Can Ashwagandha Leaf be Replaced with its Root in Therapeutics? A Review through Published Literature - (www.phcogres.com)
What this is about:
Ashwagandha is a well-known herb used in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda). Usually, its roots are used for health benefits, but harvesting the root means the whole plant is destroyed. So, researchers wanted to see if the leaves—which are often overlooked—might also have health benefits.
What they did:
They looked at scientific studies available up to September 2022 that talked about Ashwagandha leaves. They found many articles, but only 42 were freely available to review closely.
What they found:
Ashwagandha leaves have been used in traditional medicine in India for various health issues. Studies show the leaves contain many of the same beneficial compounds as the roots. Research suggests the leaves might help fight cancer, brain diseases, infections, and inflammation, and they can be used both by eating or applying externally.
What it means:
Ashwagandha leaves have a lot of promise as a natural treatment and could be used just as much as the roots, which is better for sustainability since it doesn’t require uprooting the whole plant.
