Sure,why not. Ashwaghanda can be taken by both male and female.
Medicinal properties:
It has anti-stress, adaptogenic, aphrodisiac, sedative, diuretic, antispasmodic, germicidal, anti-inflammatory action.
It is a nervine tonic.
It enhances immunity and endurance.
It is a natural nutrient for insomnia
It is good hypnotic in Alcoholism.
It is bitter in taste and hot in potency so it alleviates vata and kapha.
It stimulates thyroid activity.
Enhances anti-per oxidation of liver.
Medicinal uses:
- Ashwagangha is a revitalising herb that maintains proper nourishment of tissues, particularly muscle and bones.
- It increases resistance to stress and mainly beneficial in stress related disorders such as arthritis, hypertension, tremors, diabetes, general debility and inflammation. It increases body's resistance towards adverse influence.
- It restores the neurotransmitters and hence useful in various mental disorders.
- It is also used for treating memory loss.
- It support proper function of adrenals and reproductive system.
- As it is powerful aphrodisiac, it is also used for sexual vitality and as an adaptogen.
- It is blood tonifier, that improves circulation and absorption of nutrients from the cells.
- Peroxidation is toxic to the tissues, hence, it is protective to liver.
Dose:
Powder 3-5 gm
Important formulations:
Ashwagandha Churna
Precaution:
Use with caution in patients suffering from hypertension.
Should not be taken with sedative and anti-anxiety drugs on personal basis.
Home Remedies
- Increasing Breast Milk : Its Ksheerapaka, is very effective in increasing the breast milk in nursing mothers.The ksheerpaka is prepared with Vidarikanda and Madhuyashti in the proportion of 3:2:1.
- In Impotency &Infertility : It is used in males to increase the semen and sexual potency. In females it is used to reduce white discharge and infertility . The root powder should be taken in the dose of 3-5 gm daily with milk.
- As a rejuvenate and anti ageing : Daily intake of root powder of Ashwagandha provides Rasayana effects in the body and prevents premature ageing
By boosting T3 and T4 thyroid hormone levels, Ashwagandha may play a role in managing hypothyroidism but worsen symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Hence, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking ashwagandha for treating thyroid-related disorders.
Ashwagandha for Hair:
Improves Sleep quality
Sleep is a critical healthy grow factor for growing children and teenagers. It has a direct impact on daily mental mental health and intellect development. Ashwagandha root extract is a natural compound with sleep-inducing potential, which can improve sleep quality and sleep onset latency in patients with sleep disorders and insomnia.
Sharpens Memory and Focus
Clinical studies suggest that Ashwagandha may promote attention and behavioral control in children with ADHD by augmenting normal brain development. Research indicates ashwagandha does this by inhibiting the activity of the enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter associated with cognition and memory, as well as stimulating the growth of neurons. Another thing you might want to make sure to help your child develop while growing up – a sharp memory that they can always rely on. Thousands of years ago, Ayurvedic experts already discovered that Ashwagandha is an excellent memory enhancer, and now, we’re finding more and more evidence of this. Ashwagandha improves one’s ability to grasp as well as retain information.
Supports balanced immune function
Growing children tend to fall sick pretty often. So, improving their immunity is something all parents want to do. Since this herb is an immunomodulator, boosting immunity is one of the most popular uses of Ashwagandha for kids and adults alike. Research suggests that it does so by increasing the levels of sickness-fighting white blood cells and platelets. It also helps the body develop antibodies, thus improving its response to a health threat.
Stress and Anxiety Relief
The main benefit of Ashwagandha for kids is its ability to enable their bodies to handle physical and emotional stress. Numerous studies indicate that this herb relieves stress excellently. This is of immense help to teenagers and preteens too. Moreover, it fights the effects of stress on the brain and has a potent tranquilizing effect. Ashwagandha is very beneficial if your child has generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), socia anxiety Disorder (SAD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
he or she will worry excessively about a variety of things such as grades, family issues, relationships with peers, or performance in sports.
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