Withania somnifera(Ashwagandha)

Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) has been found to be effective in dealing with a variety of rheumatologic problems. The herb is known to act as a cyclooxygenase inhibitor that decreases inflammation and pain. A research conducted at the College of Chiropractors, Los Angeles suggests that Ashwagandha has anti-inflammatory properties that come from the alkaloids, saponins, and steroidal lactones found within it.

Ashwagandha, also known as Indian Ginseng, has a wide range of health benefits, including its ability to fight cancer and diabetes, as well as reduce inflammation, arthritis, asthma, hypertension, stress, and rheumatism. Furthermore, it boosts the supply of antioxidants and regulates the immune system. It also has antibacterial and anticonvulsant properties.

Ashwagandha has had a great significance in Oriental medical schools of thought, especially in the ancient Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, for many centuries. It had also been used by the Native Americans and Africans in an effort to keep at bay several types of infections.