Common names include: Winter cherry, Indian ginseng

Taking ashwagandha regularly can actually help to keep you healthier. It works to boost your immune system and keep you from coming down with infections. It’s especially a good idea to take it during cold and flu season to prevent problems from germs that other people transmit.

If you’re under a lot of stress, ashwagandha can actually help you to relax and have more energy to take care of business. It’s also known to give people more muscle endurance, so it can help you to have the energy you need to take care of your body and mind.

If you’re looking for a good all around herb that can help you with just about anything that’s ailing you, ashwagandha is a good choice. Keep it on hand to take as a tonic or to help you with specific problems as they occur.

Ashwagandha can be taken in many forms such as teas, powders, pills, and even syrups. The plant can also be applied directly to the skin to treat problems such as bed sores and skin inflammation.