Ancient Stress Resilience.
Effective Dose
300-600mg daily (KSM-66 or Sensoril)
Onset
2-4 weeks
Cost
Mid-range
Cycle
8-12 weeks on, 2-4 weeks off
7 things you need to know
What it does
May help manage stress and support healthy testosterone levels.
Worth it?
7/10. Ashwagandha is a well-studied adaptogen that shows promise for stress management and potentially supporting healthy testosterone levels. It appears to be genuinely helpful at typical supplement doses, but more research is needed to confirm its effects on testosterone, especially when compared to other supplements.
How much to take
300-600mg daily (KSM-66 or Sensoril)
Price
Moderate ($15-30/month)
How fast it works
Takes 2 to 4 weeks to notice
Safety
Check if: thyroid conditions, autoimmune diseases
What people say
Stress bounces off you more easily. Sleep feels more restorative.
Root of Withania somnifera plant
"Stress bounces off you more easily. Sleep feels more restorative."
Research backing for this ingredient
Some evidence, more research needed
Limited
Not yet
Generally accepted with some debate
"There's a good body of evidence supporting ashwagandha's stress-reducing effects. The evidence for testosterone support is promising but requires further investigation, particularly comparing it to other readily available supplements."
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen. It helps your body resist stress by modulating cortisol output. Used in Ayurvedic medicine for 3,000+ years. It doesn't sedate you. It builds resilience over time. Your stress response becomes less reactive. Sleep deepens. Testosterone may improve in men.
Products below minimum dose are likely ineffective
When
Evening for sleep, morning for energy
How
300-600mg standardized extract
Food
With food to avoid upset
Subtle calm in days, full benefits in 4-8 weeks
8-12 weeks on, 2-4 weeks off
Cycling maintains effectiveness.
Don't combine with other sedatives or thyroid medications.
Name means "smell of horse." The root smells like one, gives you vitality of one.
Classified as a "Rasayana" in Ayurveda. A rejuvenating longevity tonic.
One of few supplements proven to lower cortisol by 25-30% in trials.
Add Ashwagandha to your stack analyzer or compare it with other ingredients.
Not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider.