Health Benefits Of Ashwagandha For Women
Consuming Ashwagandha increases work performance, attention and reaction time. It can also improve attention span and memory.
Ashwagandha reduces the levels of cortisol. It is the hormone responsible for stress. Ashwagandha improves a person's ability to deal with stress.
The roots and leaves of Ashwagandha contain withaferin A. It works by blocking the production of pain mediators like prostaglandins. It reduces the pain of arthritis.
Ashwagandha prevents the growth of new cancer cells in many ways. The withaferin compound in Ashwagandha induces apoptosis which kills cancer cells.
Menopause causes problems like anxiety, depression, and trouble sleeping. Ashwagandha helps in reducing such symptoms.
Ashwagandha has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that help deal with vaginal infections and even STDs in some cases.
This information was shared by Dr Prachi Benara, Gynaecology and Infertility Specialist, Birla Fertility and IVF, Gurgaon talking to Only My Health, a trusted health website.