For Depression:
Also referred to as Indian ginseng, ashwagandha is an herb that is of great importance in Ayurveda and it has been traditionally used extensively to help treat a various of ailments. A recent study conducted showed that the root extracts from ashwagandha displayed anti-depressant properties that were consistent with standard drugs administered in cases of depression.
For Huntington’s Disease:
Ashwagandha is a widely cultivated herb in both India and Middle East for its medicinal properties, though it’s also found in parts of Africa. There’s sufficient scientific evidence to help determine if ashwagandha is a safe and effective treatment in Parkinson’s disease.
Avoid it when you’re allergic or hypertensive to ashwagandha products of any of their ingredients. Dermatitis (allergice skin rash) was reported in three of 42 patients in one ashwagandha trial. There are few reports of adverse effects associated with ashwagandha, but there are a number of human trials using ashwagandha where they don’t report the doses or standardization/preparation used.
Some things to note: Avoid this herb if you have peptic ulcer disease. Based on anecdotal reports, ashwagandha may cause abortions, so avoid it if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
