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- Ojio - Ashwagandha Powder - 4 oz. (113g) Ojio Ashwagandha Powder, also known as Indian ginseng, is considered one of the most important adaptogens in Ayurveda. The herb's properties help to alleviate bodily pains, are anti-inflammatory, help to calm the nervous system, increase muscular endurance and stamina, improve concentration, are a powerful aphrodisiac, an immune booster, and revitalizer of the body, decreasing fatigue. Serving: 1/4 tsp. (1g) What is it? Ashwagandha, also known as Indian Winter Cherry, is a shrub cultivated in India and North America. Its roots have been used for thousands of years by Ayurvedic and other holistic practitioners to help strengthen and heal the body. What are the benefits? Historically, Ashwagandha root has been believed to have virility-enhancing properties. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, antioxidant, and immune-enhancing and rejuvenating properties. How is it used? 1/4-1 teaspoon can be made into a tincture, as tea or mixed in smoothies. Ayurveda Herbs Originally, Ayurveda, translated Ayur (life) Veda (science), defined seven body types. These, referred to as doshas, were Vata, Pitta, Kapha, Sama, Vata-Kapha, Vata-Pitta, and Pitta-Kapha. The first three types occur in their pure form very rarely and so seldom is it that anyone is primarily influenced by one dosha alone. Most Ayurveda reference the following three doshas: The vata dosha combines the elements ether and air. It is considered the most powerful dosha because it controls very basic body processes such as cell division, the heart, breathing, discharge of waste, and the mind. Vata can be aggravated by, for example, fear, grief, staying up late at night, eating dry fruit, or eating before the previous meal is digested. People with vata as their main dosha are thought to be especially susceptible to skin and neurological conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, heart disease, anxiety, and insomnia. The pitta dosha represents the elements fire and water. Pitta controls hormones and the digestive system. A person with a pitta imbalance may experience negative emotions such as anger and may have physical symptoms such as heartburn within 2 or 3 hours of eating. Pitta is upset by, for example, eating spicy or sour food, fatigue, or spending too much time in the sun. People with a predominantly pitta constitution are thought to be susceptible to hypertension, heart disease, infectious diseases, and digestive conditions such as Crohn's disease. The kapha dosha combines the elements water and earth. Kapha helps to maintain strength and immunity and to control growth. An imbalance of the kapha dosha may cause nausea immediately after eating. Kapha is aggravated by, for example, greed, sleeping during the daytime, eating too many sweet foods, eating after one is full, and eating and drinking foods and beverages with too much salt and water (especially in the springtime). Those with a predominant kapha dosha are thought to be vulnerable to diabetes, cancer, obesity, and respiratory illnesses such as asthma. The key to maintaining physical and mental health is in keeping these elements and doshas in harmonic balance through proper diet, herbs and life style, otherwise early aging and various diseases can manifest. These three doshas can even be traced back to the very beginning of creation as representing the three Gods in Vedic wisdom Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma. One or more of these doshas or elements will predominate in every individual living entity creating seven possible body types. By knowing which type you are by symptoms, the proper diet and herbal treatment can be established for you. Eliminating impurities. A process called panchakarma is intended to cleanse the body by eliminating ama. Ama is described as an undigested food that sticks to tissues, interferes with normal functioning of the body, and leads to disease. Panchakarma focuses on eliminating ama through the digestive tract and the respiratory system. En
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- Size/Form 4 oz.
Suggested Use: 1/8 to 1/2 tsp daily as tolerated. INGREDIENTS Ojio - Ashwagandha Powder - 4 oz. Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1/2 tsp (About 1,100mg) Servings Per Container: 103 Amount Per Serving %DV Ashwagandha extract (Withania somnifera) (root) [standardized to 1.5% withanaloids, 1% akaloids] 1,100mg * * *Daily Value Not Established. †Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. WARNINGS Consult Physician prior to use.
