Ashwagandha is a medicinal herb that’s been used in Ayurvedic traditions for thousands of years. Both anecdotal and scientific evidence suggests Ashwagandha benefits are wide-ranging. The herbal remedy may reduce stress and anxiety, improve male fertility and testosterone levels, and block cancerous tumor growth, among other benefits.

Ashwagandha’s purported immune-boosting properties have heightened its popularity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. But are these benefits backed by credible science?

What Is Ashwagandha?

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a simple evergreen shrub with light-green flowers and red-orange fruit. It is native to the dry, hot regions of

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