Auhtors: Akhgarjand C, Asoudeh F, Bagheri A, Kalantar Z, Vahabi Z, Shab-Bidar S, et al. PMID: 36017529 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7598 Abstract Clinical trial studies revealed conflicting results on the effect of Ashwagandha extract on anxiety and stress. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the effect of Ashwagandha supplementation on anxiety as well as stress. A systematic search [...]

Auhtors: Gopukumar K, Thanawala S, Somepalli V, Rao TSS, Thamatam VB, Chauhan S PMID: 34858513 PMCID: PMC8632422 DOI: 10.1155/2021/8254344 Abstract Background: The global prevalence of stress is increasing. Stress adversely affects cognitive ability, sleep quality, and overall psychological well-being. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal), an essential medicine in Ayurveda, is reportedly beneficial in reducing stress [...]

Auhtors: Cheah KL, Norhayati MN, Husniati Yaacob L, Abdul Rahman R PMID: 34559859 PMCID: PMC8462692 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0257843 Abstract Objective: To determine the effect of Ashwagandha extract on sleep. Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted in CENTRAL, MEDLINE, SCOPUS, Google Scholars, World Health Organization Trials Portal, ClinicalTrials.gov, Clinical Trial Registry of India, and AYUSH Research Portal [...]

Auhtors: Langade D, Thakare V, Kanchi S, Kelgane S PMID: 32818573 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2020.113276 Abstract Ethnopharmacological relevance: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal.) is long known for its sleep-inducing effects. Ashwagandha can be proposed as an alternative to the recommended present treatments for insomnia. This study aimed to evaluate the pharmacological effect of Ashwagandha root extract on [...]

Auhtors: Salve J, Pate S, Debnath K, Langade D PMID: 32021735 PMCID: PMC6979308 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.6466 Abstract Background Stress, anxiety and impeded sleep are a frequent feature of life in modern societies. Across socio-economic strata, stress, anxiety and ineffective sleep detract from healthful living and serve as precursors of various ailments. The use of herbs to [...]

Auhtors: Lopresti AL, Smith SJ, Malvi H, Kodgule R PMID: 31517876 PMCID: PMC6750292 DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000017186 Abstract Background: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal) is a herb traditionally used to reduce stress and enhance wellbeing. The aim of this study was to investigate its anxiolytic effects on adults with self-reported high stress and to examine potential mechanisms [...]

Auhtors: Biswal BM, Sulaiman SA, Ismail HC, Zakaria H, Musa KI PMID: 23142798 DOI: 10.1177/1534735412464551 Abstract Hypothesis. Withania somnifera is an herb with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antistress, and adaptogenic properties. Previous studies have shown its antistress effects in animals. Traditional Indian medicine has used it for centuries to alleviate fatigue and improve general well-being. Methods: [...]

Auhtors: Chandrasekhar K, Kapoor J, Anishetty S PMID: 23439798 PMCID: PMC3573577 DOI: 10.4103/0253-7176.106022 Abstract Context: Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension, which can lead to underperformance and adverse clinical conditions. Adaptogens are herbs that help in combating stress. Ayurvedic classical texts, animal studies and clinical studies describe Ashwagandha as a [...]