Ashwagandha is one of the most important Ayurvedic herbs and THE Ayurvedic stress reliever, as it is considered harmonizing!

In Latin, the plant is called Withania somnifera – a name derived from the words Withan (scientist) and somnifera (sleep-inducing). In Sanskrit, Ashwagandha means something like "the smell of the horse," which is perhaps why I find it particularly appealing. A visit to the stable is always calming for me, too.
Ashwagandha is a shrub that grows up to one to two meters tall and has reddish, balloon-like flowers. It is found throughout India.

By following some of the basic Ayurvedic Vajikarana recommendations, we can experience renewed vitality, energy, and beauty through healthy sexuality. The Ashwagandha plant also has a long tradition in Ayurveda as an aphrodisiac and—listen up, gentlemen—is even said to enhance potency; in women, it is believed to increase libido. Trying it won't hurt. However, Ashwagandha should not be taken during pregnancy, as there are no studies on its effects in this context.

You've probably all heard that stress often manifests as weight gain. This is mainly because our bodies release more cortisol when we're stressed. Too much cortisol triggers increased appetite and cravings. Therefore, by reducing stress, we can lessen excessive appetite and the cravings caused by excess cortisol.

AYURVEDA: Ashwagandha for your bioenergy balance

Ashwagandha calms the doshas Vata and Kapha.

Pure ashwagandha, or products made from it, such as Avaleham (a type of paste), are primarily used for Vata imbalances of the nervous system, digestive tract, and reproductive tissues. In Ayurveda, ashwagandha is also used for bloating, nausea, and mild constipation related to imbalances in Ayurvedic bioenergies.

Recipe

Ashwagandha tea

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Ashwagandha powder
• hot water
• Cinnamon and/or cardamom
• 1 tsp honey

Boil water with the powder and let it steep for 5 minutes. Since ashwagandha tastes bitter, I always like to add a little cinnamon and honey. Ashwagandha tea has a calming and sleep-inducing effect.