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Withania somnifera var. afghana
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Withania variety growing wild in Afghanistan and Pakistan used in Unani medicine as a rejuvenating adaptogen.
Withania variety growing wild in Afghanistan and Pakistan used in Unani medicine as a rejuvenating adaptogen. Key active compounds include withanolides, alkaloids, saponins.
withanolides, along with alkaloids and saponins, are the primary bioactive compounds in Afghan Ashwagandha. These compounds regulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.
Adaptogenic
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Anti-stress
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Immunomodulatory
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Rejuvenation tonic in Unani medicine
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Treatment of fatigue and debility
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Aphrodisiac
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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