topic Re: Ashwagandha Supplement in Wellness

Ashwagandha Supplement

Sweetbay magnolia — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 21:20:42 GMT

Just curious: if you take ashwagandha, how you would describe the positives (or negatives, if you discontinued use). Of course I understand this is subjective! I am not relying on this as medical advice! Curious.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

pdlinda — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 00:47:36 GMT

I have taken Ashwagandha for over 3 years and have only positive things to say about it. Nothing negative.

I take it before bed and it assists me greatly in getting a good night's sleep.

It was recommended to me by my Integrative Medicine MD PCP as an aid for my insomnia.

I wouldn't think of discontinuing it as I have had no negative side effects.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Sweetbay magnolia — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 10:43:15 GMT

Thank you very much, @pdlinda . I hope my findings are positive as well; I'm going to start taking it.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Effie54 — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 14:16:33 GMT

I took it for a good while (a year, I think), and honestly felt no difference at all. I tried several different brands as well. I think it's like CBD, it works for some people, and others just don't feel the benefits.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Sweetbay magnolia — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 15:37:26 GMT

Thanks for the input, @Effie54 ! There does seem to be discussion of formulation (with or w/out black pepper, etc) and strength. I may have to play around with it.

I have noticed different effects with different brands in other supplements. We'll see, and again, thanks for sharing your experience.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Growing — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 01:40:56 GMT

My sister loves it and says it helps her focus her mind. But for me, it gives me a headache. Have tried several brands and they all do this. Go onto The Vitamin Shoppe website or Dr Mercola website and see what brands and strengths they have. Or go to a local health food shop.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Harpa — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 11:50:39 GMT

I've been taking this for some months. I notice the biggest difference in a good night's sleep, and in getting there.

And anything to add to antioxidant protection - I'm all in.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

FLgardener — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 17:41:07 GMT

I had a very bad reaction to this. I suffer from moderate depression and chronic insomnia.

I tried a rather expensive and well reviewed potent brand from Amazon. After a couple of weeks on it, I was overcome by daily crying episodes that went on for hours. My PCP didn't think ashwagandha was the cause, but after I stopped taking it, the constant crying went away.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

SandGirl — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:49:19 GMT

I like to use it and I also take 1/2 dose of Maca 5 days a week (give my body a break with supplements) I am PeriMeno and this is very helpful to me

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Alexa6352 — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 17:38:41 GMT

@Sweetbay magnolia I've been taking the Ashwagandha Gummies by Goli for about a little over a month and I can truly say that I am sleeping 100% better. A real deep sleep. I don't think it's coincidental...So,I am attributing it to the Ashwagandha gummies.I also take the ACV Gummies by Goli..love them too!

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Sweetbay magnolia — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:49:48 GMT

Thank you for the input! I am finding my energy to be very relaxed after taking this.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

10sluvr — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:10:04 GMT

i just order this from amazon. it says 3 caps per day.that seems like a lot.

question to all, how many do you take and what times of day? i have been anxious, for the past year and need something to help sleep and mood. thanks all!

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

FLgardener — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 20:55:26 GMT

One thing I have come to realize with herbal and other otc meds is that many of these are serious drugs, natural or not. They require astute study beforehand, and even then there may be some very unpleasant complications if you try them.

I always do research. Unfortunately, the PCPs generally are not educated in most supplements.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Fresher — Sun, 11 Apr 2021 03:54:44 GMT

@FLgardener wrote:
One thing I have come to realize with herbal and other otc meds is that many of these are serious drugs, natural or not. They require astute study beforehand, and even then there may be some very unpleasant complications if you try them.

I always do research. Unfortunately, the PCPs generally are not educated in most supplements.

I agree. Herbs are really "natural" drugs that may have a posiive benefit but they're not benign. They are not subject to the strict performance and manufacturing standards of FDA drugs. So important to do your homework. Also chose a manufacturer you trust.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

AngelPuppy1 — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 12:30:03 GMT

I know this is an old topic but I would like to start it again and ask those of you who were taking it back then if you still are, and if so, do you still like it, find it helpful, or have you had any negative experiences with it since then? Also, if there any new takers, what your experiences are?

One of my doctors recently recommended this to me because he knows that I don't sleep well and have a lot of anxiety and do not wish to be on prescription meds. He recommended a partiular brand and says this is the best and that he only wants me to try this one and no other. He says I should start on a smaller dosage - 650 mg. - one capsule before bed.

Also, those who take this --- do you take with food? Any stomach upsets? He said, since I have some stomach issues, I should probably eat with it. However, I do not like to eat before bed.

Any comments would be appreciated! Thanks!

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

Bri369 — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 12:57:27 GMT

@AngelPuppy1

I this this every day. I believe it has made a big difference with sleep. I only take Nature Wise supplements, but I would be skeptical of any doctor who recommended just one brand. I am extremely sensitive to medication and supplement, and this does not bother me at all. I take it around 9pm with no food.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

CatsyCline — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:03:29 GMT

LESSMAN has added this to Night Time. the new formulation made me awake all night. I took his night tine for years (melatonin supp)

Anyway ashwaghanda may cause insomnia in a small number of users.

Also may want to research a bit as there may be side effects for those with hyperthyroid. Concerns

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:17:20 GMT

@SilleeMee in another thread discussing Ashwaganda, you mentioned why mine was ineffective and you recommended a specific form. Now I can't find the thread. Could you please remind me?

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

SilleeMee — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:30:47 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@SilleeMee in another thread discussing Ashwaganda, you mentioned why mine was ineffective and you recommended a specific form. Now I can't find the thread. Could you please remind me?

@JeanLouiseFinch

I can't find that thread either! I'm looking.

ETA-

I found that thread:

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Have-You-Taken-Turmeric-and-or-Ginger-Capsules/td-p/7380105/highlight/true/page/3

I posted this in that thread:

Some important things about ashwagandha (abbrev: ASW)...

-look for standardized root extract

-look for 2.5% withanolides content (withanolides is the active component part of ASW)

-500mg seems to be a widely recommended dail dose

The patented brand called KSM-66 is the most studied ashwagandha supp out there. It is the standardized version of the supp which provides the most beneficial components needed to give you results.

Re: Ashwagandha Supplement

JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:34:41 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
@SilleeMee in another thread discussing Ashwaganda, you mentioned why mine was ineffective and you recommended a specific form. Now I can't find the thread. Could you please remind me?

@JeanLouiseFinch
I can't find that thread either! I'm looking.

ETA-
I found that thread:

https://community.qvc.com/t5/Wellness/Have-You-Taken-Turmeric-and-or-Ginger-Capsules/td-p/7380105/highlight/true/page/3

I posted this in that thread:

Some important things about ashwagandha (abbrev: ASW)...

-look for standardized root extract
-look for 2.5% withanolides content (withanolides is the active component part of ASW)
-500mg seems to be a widely recommended dail dose

The patented brand called KSM-66 is the most studied ashwagandha supp out there. It is the standardized version of the supp which provides the most beneficial components needed to give you results.

Thanks so much! 🌷