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RCTs show reductions in perceived stress and serum cortisol over 8 weeks.
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SUPPLEMENTS
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Ashwagandha
RESEARCH
- Clinically reduces self-reported stress and cortisol at 300–600mg/day.
COMMUNITY
- Strong anecdotal support for stress and sleep, with several users describing a noticeable shift within the first month.
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SAFETYAvoid during pregnancy and if you have a thyroid condition or take thyroid medication — it can affect thyroid hormone levels.
WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS
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Effects on sleep quality and anxiety are consistent across studies.
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Avoid with thyroid medication and during pregnancy.
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