STAT
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
STAT now publishes selected Letters to the Editor received in response to First Opinion essays to encourage robust, good-faith discussion about difficult issues. Submit a Letter to the Editor here , or find the submission form at the end of any First Opinion essay.
The Checkup by Singlecare
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
Ashwagandha is an herbal supplement with various reported benefits for men and women, including reduced stress and anxiety , improved sleep, and enhanced cognitive skills. Known by its scientific name, Withania somnífera, ashwagandha originates from India and Asia. Its use has been dated back millennia—as far back as 6,000 BC—with traditional uses in Ayurvedic medicine for inflammation and various ailments of the body.
The Checkup by Singlecare
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
Ashwagandha, also known as Indian Ginseng and Indian Winter Cherry, is an ancient herb known in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its numerous potential health benefits. This powerful herb, scientifically known as Withania somnifera, grows in India and parts of Africa and has several traditional uses. It’s commonly used as an adaptogen to help the body manage chronic stress, relieve pain and inflammation, and support brain health.
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