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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is one of the world's most
powerful adaptogens, used traditionally in Ayurvedic herbalism to help the body
adapt to physiological and psychological stress. Planetary™ Herbals
FULL SPECTRUM™ ASHWAGANDHA combines whole root powder with root
extract to capture all the plants valuable compounds. The result is a botanical
that relaxes the mind, rejuvenates the body, and increases resistance to stress.
The high stress levels of our society have a profound impact on well-being,
impacting our bodies and health in ways that are continually being revealed
by new research.
Planetary Formulas can help you address this modern problem with one of the
most highly respected botanicals in the 5,000- year-old Ayurvedic herbal tradition.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is often compared to Asian ginseng. It is widely
used in modern Western herbalism as an adaptogen - a substance that can help
our bodies healthfully adapt to physiological and psychological stress, thus
increasing
resistance to stressors.
Planetary Formulas offers you ashwagandha in a Full Spectrum
tablet, formulated to capture all the plant’s most valuable compounds,
and a liquid extract. Both were selected by licensed acupuncturist and clinical
herbalist Michael Tierra, L.Ac.,
O.M.D., an internationally recognized authority on the world’s herbal
traditions. Michael was the first to introduce Ayurvedic products to the American
health food industry in the early 1970’s.
A History of Traditional Use
Ashwagandha has been used throughout India for thousands of years as a rejuvenating
tonifier (“rasayana” in Ayurvedic herbalism), and has been included
in the writings of many scholars. It was widely used to support vitality in
people of all ages, including children, and to enhance reproductive function
in both men and women.
Adaptogenic Effects
In modern times, ashwagandha has been researched for its adaptogenic properties.
Adaptogens are defined as substances that enhance general adaptive response.
These botanicals are increasingly important in today’s society, where
high stress levels negatively impact many different body systems. Many health
practitioners believe adaptogens are just as important to our health as better-known
nutrients and botanicals, such as antioxidants. Research suggests the mechanism
of action of adaptogens may include modulation of the pituitary-hypothalamus-adrenal
gland axis. They increase resistance against external stressors, have a balancing
effect and stabilize normal body functions.
Ashwagandha: Powerful Adaptogen
Ashwagandha has been shown to increase stress resistance, improve memory-related
performance, and protect against stress induced responses such as anxiety, and
physiological imbalances, according to numerous animal studies and several human
studies. Well-controlled clinical studies are needed to further confirm ashwagandha’s
benefits for humans. The key constituents of ashwagandha are alkaloids and a
group of steroidal lactones known as withanolides.
Full Spectrum™ Tablets & Liquid Extract
Planetary Formulas now offers you ashwagandha in two convenient forms. Full
Spectrum Ashwagandha tablets combine whole root powder with root extract to
capture all the plant’s valuable compounds. Ashwagandha Liquid Extract
is prepared from premium ashwagandha root, organically grown and processed in
accordance with the California Organic Foods Act of 1990.
Clinically Derived Botanical From Michael Tierra
Planetary Formulas ashwagandha products are part of a botanical line used daily
in the clinical practice of Planetary’s chief formulator, Michael Tierra,
a renowned herbalist and clinician for more than 30 years. This means your customers
can be assured of obtaining the benefits they are seeking from an herbal product.
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