Ashwagandha Churna – Ayurvedic Powder for Strength and the Nervous System

Ashwagandha Churna (अश्वगन्धा चूर्ण)

For Strength and the Nervous System

Description:
Ashwagandha Churna is a classical Ayurvedic powder of Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera), prepared as noted in Bhavaprakasha (भा. प्र.). The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India describes it as bitter and astringent, light and unctuous, and heating. It is classed as a balya and rasayana that pacifies Vata and Kapha. The pack is labelled for nervous-system and Vata complaints.

Key Benefits:
• Supports strength, stamina, and vitality
• Used for the nervous system, as printed on the pack
• A rasayana that calms Vata
• Traditionally taken for fatigue and general debility
Indications:
• Nervous-system support
• Vata imbalance
• Low strength and fatigue
• General debility
Dosage & Administration
Take 1–2 teaspoons with food, or as directed by a physician. The pack prints 5 g. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India gives 3–6 g of the root powder as the dose.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), root
A single-herb powder. The label prints 5 g beside the composition.

Reference: Bhavaprakasha (भा. प्र.).

Packaging:
100 g

Use as directed by a physician. Ashwagandha is heating, so reduce the dose if it causes a burning sensation or loose stools. Consult a physician during pregnancy and before giving it to children.