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A Note on Medicinal uses of Ashwagandha in Ayurveda


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1 Botany Department, Diamond Harbour Women’s University, Sarisha, W.B.-743368, India
     

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Withania somnifera, commonly known ‘Ashwagandha’, is an indigenous herb containing diverse therapeutic properties. The herb is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. The herb is a potential anti-oxidant, useful for combating a number of human diseases. The utility of the herb is presented in this communication.

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Ashwagandha, medicinal properties, Ayurveda, uses.
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  • A Note on Medicinal uses of Ashwagandha in Ayurveda

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Reshmi Chatterjee
Botany Department, Diamond Harbour Women’s University, Sarisha, W.B.-743368, India

Abstract


Withania somnifera, commonly known ‘Ashwagandha’, is an indigenous herb containing diverse therapeutic properties. The herb is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. The herb is a potential anti-oxidant, useful for combating a number of human diseases. The utility of the herb is presented in this communication.

Keywords


Ashwagandha, medicinal properties, Ayurveda, uses.

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