Ashwagandha Root (sold by weight)

Ashwagandha Root Sold by weight Price is for one gram (one ounce is a little over 28 grams) Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a perennial shrub in the nightshade family. Ashwagandha is native to India where it grows in the wild. It is also cultivated throughout the country for larger production needs. Ashwagandha is a highly revered botanical used in Ayurveda and is praised for its adaptogenic and tonic properties. In many Asian countries, all parts of the plant are utilized, and the tender leaves are eaten as a gentle nourishing herb. It has been part of their repertoire for millennia. 'Ashwagandha' literally means 'smelling like a horse' which most likely refers to its actual scent. In Ayurveda, it is a helpful sleep aid and used to balance various conditions that arise from 'vata dosha' imbalances. It is believed to encourage youth and vitality. It is considered a grounding and nourishing herb and supportive to female well-being. Bitter, sweet, astringent in flavor and energetically warming (mildly). Ashwagandha is traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine as an adaptogen and a nervine to help cope with stress and supports overall cognitive health. Ingredients: Certified organic ashwagandha root (withania somnifera) Directions: Steep 1-2 teaspoons in 8 ounces of water (208˚) for 15 - 20 minutes (depending on strength preference), and cover the container with a lid, to make ashwagandha tea. Add honey or lemon juice for taste, if desired.  Storage: Keep in a cool, dark, dry place Sourced from: Mountain Rose Herbs Grown in: India