Ashwagandha, or Withania somnifera, is a popular supplement for promoting sleep. This medicinal plant is an adaptogen known for its ability to reduce stress, decrease anxiety, enhance mental ...
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A mainstay of Ayurveda, ashwagandha is a plant thought to have a range of benefits – particularly around stress and inflammation. But how much evidence is there to suggest that it actually works?