Ashwagandha...anyone ever used this?

[phuckingnutz]

I recently bought some Ashwagandha root powder, and would like any pertinent experience with this sub...such as dosage, benefits, dangers, side effects...etc.

Mods...I know this is in the wrong place, but I didn't know the right one.

 

[Tryptamino]

Probably better in HL or something.

Ashwagandha is something I've taken but I am unsure of the actual effect...

It's claimed to have anxiolytic effects, other sources claim it's a stimulant, but it's probably just a mild MAOI

 

[Mysterie]

ashwagandha is an adaptogen so helps you to cope with stress

ive tried it and i really liked it, i found it helped me feel balanced and do better is stressful situations, i think it helped regulate sleep as well

slight anxiety decrease aswell

dose is 600-1000mg twice daily

 

[phuckingnutz]

Mysterie, thank youvery much for your response...my GF is wanting to try some tonight, but we couldn't find any first-hand dosage info.

Are the effects immediate or cumulative?

 

[Mysterie]

They come after a week or two, effects are subtle but nice

 

[heerutosen]

http://examine.com/supplements/Ashwagandha/

 

[marmalad]

I used it all the time for stress...it's very sedating and I'd compare it to valeriana.

 

[phuckingnutz]

Thanks for all the responses...my GF and I are taking it now as part of our regular regimen...