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Ashwaganda Powder, 1oz.
Ashwaganda Powder, 1oz.
Ashwagandha is a small evergreen shrub. It grows in India, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. The root and berry are used to make medicine. The name ashwagandha describes the smell of its root (like a horse). By definition, Oshawa means horse. The herb is considered one of the most important herbs in the Ayurvedic medicine system, a healthcare practice that started in India over 3,000 years ago.*
Historically, the roots of ashwagandha have been used to treat:
• arthritis*
• constipation*
• insomnia*
• skin conditions*
• stress*
• gastrointestinal issues*
• diabetes*
• nervous breakdowns*
• fevers*
• snake bites*
• memory loss*
The leaves, seeds, and even fruit have all been used in different ways for various treatments.*