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This fantabulous herb has a various health benefits, some of them are listed below:
 
This fantabulous herb has a various health benefits, some of them are listed below:
  
#The root of this herb has an adaptogen quality, which strengthens our immune system and controls anxiety.
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*The root of this herb has an adaptogen quality, which strengthens our immune system and controls anxiety.
#This herb can be used in healing wounds and joint pains.
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*This herb can be used in healing wounds and joint pains.
#Consuming this herb as a dietary supplement can help us in fighting with 'insomania' which is commonly called as 'sleeplessness'.
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*Consuming this herb as a dietary supplement can help us in fighting with 'insomania' which is commonly called as 'sleeplessness'.
#It contains a various compounds which are collectively called as 'withanolides' which impedes the growth of cancer cells.
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*It contains a various compounds which are collectively called as 'withanolides' which impedes the growth of cancer cells.
#Due to its anti-oxidant features, it can also be used in anti-aging and scalp therapies.
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*Due to its anti-oxidant features, it can also be used in anti-aging and scalp therapies.
  
 
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Ashwagandha


Ashwagandha is a herb which is being used in ayurvedic medicines since our ancient times. The scientific name of this herb is Withania somnifera. In Tridosha it plays a major role in the regulation of vata dosha which is one of the fundamental bioelement.


This fantabulous herb has a various health benefits, some of them are listed below:

  • The root of this herb has an adaptogen quality, which strengthens our immune system and controls anxiety.
  • This herb can be used in healing wounds and joint pains.
  • Consuming this herb as a dietary supplement can help us in fighting with 'insomania' which is commonly called as 'sleeplessness'.
  • It contains a various compounds which are collectively called as 'withanolides' which impedes the growth of cancer cells.
  • Due to its anti-oxidant features, it can also be used in anti-aging and scalp therapies.