Uses:
Adaptogenic (increases both physical and mental resilience)
Antidepressent
Excellent for anxiety and stress
Improves sleep and helps fight insomnia
Indicated to enhance focus and memory
Helps repair damaged brain synapses and can be used to treat diseases such as Parkinsons and Huntingtons
Anti-inflammatory
Excellent painkiller
Boosts immune system
 
Potential Side Effects: 
Large doses may cause stomach pain, vomiting and/or diahorria
Vary rarely large doses can cause liver problems, including severe liver failure
Some people may suffer from allergic reaction
 
Who Should Avoid:
Do not take if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Avoid for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery or undergoing anaesthetic
Do not take if you suffer from an auto-immune disease such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus or Multiple Sclerosis
Do not take if you suffer from a Thyroid condition or take Thyroid medication
Do not take if you are on sedative medication as interactions can be dangerous
Do not take if you are taking Immunosuppressant medications as this can lessen the effects of the medication
Be cautious if you take Anti-Diabetes medication as the combined reaction can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar levels
Be cautious if taking with Antihypertensive medication as the combined reaction can cause dangerous drops in blood pressure
 
Recommended Dosage:
50-1000mg taken orally daily for up to three months is safe and effective for most treatments
There is no information on the long-term effects of Ashwagandha so please do not exceed length of dosage
Safe for children in smaller doses; do not exceed 250mg per day


 
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