Between work, family, and the constant hum of daily life, many of us are looking for ways to help our bodies feel more grounded.
Ashwagandha is one of the most researched botanicals for this kind of support, and belongs to a class of herbs known as adaptogens that are thought to help the body maintain balance during periods of physical or emotional stress.
This adaptogenic herb has long been used in traditional medicine to help the body cope with physical and mental strain, and today's research is starting to explain why it works. Ashwagandha+ takes that legacy and pairs it with a modern, clinically-studied extract giving your body a research-backed ally for the stress and sleepless nights that may come with everyday life.
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What Makes Ashwagandha+ Different
Ashwagandha+ is built around Shoden®, a purified extract derived from both the leaves and roots of the ashwagandha plant. That dual-source extraction matters: many ashwagandha supplements rely on root extracts only, while Shoden® combines leaf and root to capture a fuller spectrum of the plant's beneficial compounds.
Shoden® has been standardized to an industry-leading concentration of 35% withanolide glycosides, the active compounds believed to drive ashwagandha's effects on stress and sleep. This higher concentration means more consistency from dose to dose, and often a smaller effective serving size compared to lower-potency extracts.
An Adaptogen for Modern Stress
People commonly reach for ashwagandha to support:
- Everyday stress and occasional anxiety
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- The mentally and physically "run down" feeling that comes with a demanding schedule
What the Research Shows
Ashwagandha is one of the more extensively studied adaptogens, and the research is encouraging. In clinical trials using standardized extracts, participants have reported feeling less stressed, sleeping more soundly, and experiencing an overall improvement in well-being. Some studies also point to reductions in cortisol, the body's primary stress hormone, with consistent use over several weeks.
It's worth noting that ashwagandha is a complement to a healthy lifestyle, not a substitute for prescribed treatment. If you have a diagnosed condition such as anxiety or depression, ashwagandha should be considered alongside guidance from your healthcare provider.
How to Take It
Most clinical research on ashwagandha uses daily doses between 300–600 mg of a standardized extract. Because Shoden® is more concentrated than many other forms, Ashwagandha+ may deliver comparable benefits at a lower milligram amount. Always check the product label for the exact serving size and follow it as directed.
Safety Considerations
Ashwagandha is generally well tolerated by most healthy adults when used short-term (typically 8 to 12 weeks). As with any supplement, some people may experience mild side effects, including an upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, or drowsiness. Rare but more serious reactions such as liver injury, thyroid hormone changes, or allergic reaction, have also been reported.
Talk with your healthcare provider or our pharmacists before starting Ashwagandha+ if you:
- Take medication for anxiety, sleep, or depression
- Take thyroid medication
- Have an autoimmune condition
- Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant
Making It Part of Your Routine
For those navigating mild everyday stress or restless nights, Ashwagandha+ offers a natural, research-supported option built on one of the highest-concentration ashwagandha extracts available. It's best used as part of a broader wellness routine rather than a stand-alone fix and if you're unsure whether it's right for you, a pharmacist or doctor can help you decide.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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References:
- Lopresti AL, et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of ashwagandha on stress and anxiety. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019.
- Chandrasekhar K, et al. A prospective study of ashwagandha root extract in reducing stress and anxiety. Indian J Psychol Med. 2012.
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements — Ashwagandha Fact Sheet.
- Verywell Health. "Should You Take Ashwagandha Every Day?"
- Smith, Pamela Wartian. What You Must Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs and So Much More: Choosing the Nutrients That Are Right for You. 2nd ed., Square One Publishers, 2020.