Ashwagandha
An Introduction to Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an evergreen herb found in India, parts of the Middle East and Africa. It's an important herb in the practice of Ayurveda, a traditional Indian form of alternative medicine. The botanical name of the plant is Withania somnifera, but it's more often known as the winter cherry. People have used it for thousands of years to help reduce stress and anxiety, support the immune system and benefit athletic performance.
The ashwagandha products you can buy come from the leaves and roots of the plant. The most common forms are ashwagandha tablets, capsules and caplets, though gummies and powders are also common.
The Benefits of Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an herb with many potential benefits, but the most common one is the reduction of stress and anxiety. Many people also believe it helps combat insomnia and improve sleep quality; ashwagandha products for sleeplessness are available.
People use ashwagandha for a range of other reasons such as improving their workouts. The herb may enhance maximum oxygen consumption and help with muscle growth. It may also help raise testosterone levels and increase fertility in men. Taking ashwagandha orally may help reduce blood sugar levels and inflammation. Finally, it's often believed the herb can increase libido.
How to Choose an Ashwagandha Product
CVS offers a wide range of ashwagandha products, and the choice might seem overwhelming. The most important decision is the form of your ashwagandha. Tablets and capsules are easy to fit into your daily life, while ashwagandha gummies make the herb more palatable for some people. You can also purchase ashwagandha powder, which you can mix into a hot drink or superfood smoothie. Finally, you might opt for ashwagandha candies for great taste and health benefits.
Ashwagandha products are made by respected brands, including Nature's Bounty, Irwin Naturals, Vicks and Nature's Truth, so you can feel confident about what you're taking. Some products may contain other ingredients depending on their purposes, such as probiotics, vitamin B12 or vitamin D, so think carefully about whether you want your ashwagandha to include extras.
Where Can I Buy Ashwagandha?
CVS sells a variety of ashwagandha products in different forms. You can choose the ingredient in products by itself or in combination with other ingredients, such as probiotics for digestive support, melatonin for sleep support and vitamin B12 for energy. CVS also offers it as tablets, softgels, powder and liquid to match your preferred consumption method. Many CVS store locations carry these herbal supplements. Pick up your preferred variety the next time you're at the store, or place an online order for in-store pickup to save time. You can also order it online and have it shipped to your home.
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