“Ashwa” (horse) “gandha” (root smell), the name itself hints at the plant's ability to grant strength and vitality (the strength of the animal hidden in the root). Known as “Indian ginseng” (similar shape), and “winter cherry root” (fruits resemble cherries). From the small shrub with yellow flowers, the root is mainly used in traditional medicine. Due to its calming effects, it's significantly known as the Sleep or Dream Berry. The Latin name somnifera also reveals its property ; invoking sleep.
Improving sleep quality and managing insomnia with ashwagandha has been confirmed by studies. A healthy sleep is fundamental for well-being and has been recommended for centuries. The history of using the plant dates back not just centuries, but millennia, and it was employed as an aphrodisiac, narcotic, tonic, diuretic, and stimulant.
Its most famous use (besides sleep) is for reducing stress and anxiety and aiding cognitive disorders. A large number of research papers (hundreds annually) have been published regarding its effects on treatment, anxiety, fatigue, athletic performance, and sexual health.
Effective results are also achieved with pain, skin conditions, diabetes, and arthritis. How does it work? Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic plant that helps the body manage stress by restoring balance (supporting homeostasis). As an adaptogen, it allows better response to mental and physical stress, thereby restoring normal emotional and physical functions, including cortisol regulation.
Biologically active components include alkaloids, lactones, saponins, and withanolides. Withanolides in particular are considered steroid-like in their activities and are responsible for many effects - antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. Alkaloids function as metabolic enhancers. Thanks to steroidal glycosides, this medicinal plant reduces stress and fortifies immunity.
Other active ingredients include somniferine, which relaxes muscles, and scopoletin, which alleviates cramps. Choline content ensures the health of the nervous system and muscles. Rutin (an antioxidant) neutralizes free radicals that damage the organism, responsible for vascular diseases, skin aging, cancer, and inflammation. Rutin provides protection against viruses and bacteria.
Modern research has confirmed that ashwagandha possesses the above-mentioned effects + antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anti-aging, and neuroprotective properties. If you find it hard to concentrate, you might want to try ashwagandha, the plant extract supports memory (dendrite growth). Or take advantage of its other benefits such as:
Reduction of symptoms of stress, inflammation, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood sugar, blood pressure, cortisol-related weight gain (reduces stress-induced weight gain).
Increase fertility in men, muscle mass, strength, endurance, and energy, athletic performance.
Helps with insomnia, improving sleep quality and ensures mental alertness upon waking.
Prevention of cancer cells.
It is important to note that the KSM-66 extract made from the root reduces cortisol (stress hormone), at an important daily dose of 500 mg, hence our dietary supplement includes the stated amount. KSM-66 is a patented full-spectrum root extract (not from leaves) with the highest concentration (of withanolides) representing a completely pure product, manufactured without harmful substances (alcohol, chemicals), also ensuring testing/control and safe distribution because the manufacturer owns its farms.
Ashwagandha Dr. Lucullus KSM-66 500 mg is popular for its regenerative properties, which strengthen the entire organism without undesirable side effects. By regular use, it increases your vitality and mental resilience.
Optimal use is in the evening about 30 minutes before sleeping 1 capsule daily, to ensure a constant effect. Take advantage of the support of vitality, body, and soul. Start living a full life without stress and full of energy.
