Ashwagandha
supplementWithania somnifera · KSM-66 · Sensoril
Recovery / stress
Research status · Dietary supplement
Herbal dietary supplement.
An adaptogenic herb discussed for stress, sleep, and recovery. Trials suggest modest reductions in perceived stress and cortisol. Rare liver-injury reports and thyroid interactions make it worth mentioning to your clinician, and many take breaks rather than running it year-round.
How it works
Withanolides are thought to modulate the stress (HPA) axis and cortisol response.
Commonly discussed use cases
- Perceived stress
- Sleep quality (discussed)
- Recovery (discussed)
Supposed / potential benefits
- Modest reductions in perceived stress/anxiety in trials
Common side effects
- GI upset
- Drowsiness
- Rare liver-injury reports
Warnings & contraindications
- Can affect thyroid hormone levels — caution with thyroid conditions/medication
- Avoid in pregnancy; stop and call your clinician for dark urine or jaundice
Typical timing considerations
Daily, morning or evening; many cycle it (e.g., breaks every couple of months).
Administration route
Oral
Questions to ask your clinician
- Any thyroid or liver reason I should avoid this?
- How long before we judge whether it helps?
Commonly tracked in Reta
Tracking fields organize user-entered, clinician-directed routines — Reta never recommends or computes doses.
Sources
Track this in Reta
Beta members get a ready-made tracker for Ashwagandha — schedule, dose log, reminders, and check-ins — for organizing a clinician-directed routine. Personal tracking is available to everyone during the Public Beta.
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