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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)—Current Research on the Health-Promoting Activities: A Narrative Review





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Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)—Current Research on the Health-Promoting Activities: A Narrative Review

Author: MDPI, Basel, Switzerland

Category: Helth

Published on: 2025-03-15 11:06:33

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Ashwagandha is a plant material that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurvedic medicine. Over the years, research has been conducted to investigate the various effects of Ashwagandha, and this research has shown that it has multiple beneficial effects on different body systems. However, it is important to note that research on Ashwagandha is ongoing, and more studies are needed to confirm its potential therapeutic uses and to determine the optimal doses and durations of use. Additionally, it is important to consider the safety of Ashwagandha, particularly when used in combination with other medications or supplements. Therefore, ongoing research, particularly clinical trials, is necessary to provide further insights into the potential benefits and risks of using Ashwagandha as a therapeutic agent. Based on research that has been carried out to date, it can be seen that Ashwagandha root is a plant raw material with multidirectional effects. However, due to the multitude of emerging reports, it is necessary to continuously update the knowledge on this raw material, both with regard to the possibility of its use in disease treatment and above all, with regard to its safe use. In addition, the determination of the effects of Ashwagandha requires ongoing research, mainly clinical, to confirm the efficacy of the raw material. The findings suggest that Ashwagandha may have therapeutic potential, especially for a range of neurological disorders. Although there is evidence to support the potential therapeutic uses of Ashwagandha, the mechanisms by which it exerts its effects are not yet fully understood. It is important to determine the precise mechanisms of action of Ashwagandha in order to develop more targeted and effective therapeutic strategies

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