Ashwagandha Root

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a member of the Solanaceae or nightshade family. In traditional medicine ashwaganda is considered an herb which works on a nonspecific basis to increase health and longevity. This herb is also considered an adaptogen which is a nontoxic herb that works on a nonspecific basis to normalize physiological function, working on the neuroendocrine system. The main constituents of ashwagandha are alkaloids and steroidal lactones.