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Classical Synonyms and Categorization of Ashwagandha in Ayurveda

Ashwagandha, a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine, is renowned for its powerful adaptogenic properties. Also known by its classical synonyms such as Withania Somnifera, Indian Ginseng, and Winter Cherry, Ashwagandha has been categorized in Ayurveda as a rejuvenating herb with significant therapeutic benefits. It is commonly used to reduce stress, enhance stamina, and improve overall health. This versatile herb has been an integral part of Ayurvedic treatment for centuries, helping to balance the body's systems and promote mental and physical well-being. Planet Ayurveda offers a wide range of he

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Classical Synonyms and Categorization of Ashwagandha in Ayurveda

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  1. ASHWAGANDHA / WINTER CHERRY (WITHANIA SOMNIFERA) PRESENTED BY: PLANET AYURVEDA WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  2. INTRODUCTION • Ashwagandha is known for its Rejuvenative (Rasayana) properties. • It is also called an Adaptogenic herb because it helps to Reduce Stress, and helps your body to adapt changes. • It Rejuvenates various Body System like Immune System, Reproductive and Endocrine System. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  3. CLASSICAL SYNONYMS • Ashwagandhi - As its Roots smells like Urine of Horse. • Balya - As it Strengthens the body to cope up with various Physical Stressors. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  4. CLASSICAL SYNONYMS • Vajikari - As it isEffective to treat Male Impotence and Premature Ejaculation. • Varahkarni - It gives you Power like of a Horse. • Rasayani - It helps in Rejuvenation and improves Life Expectancy. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  5. VERNACULAR NAMES • In Hindi: Asgandha • In Gujarati: Asandha • In Bengali: Ashwagandha • In Tamil: Amukara • In Kannada: Ashwagandhi • In Telugu: Penneru • In English: Winter Cherry WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  6. CLASSICAL CATEGORISATION As per Charaka Samhita: • Balya - Group of herbs that Improves Strength and Immunity • Brimhaneeya - Group of herbs that Improves Body Mass and Nourishes the Body • Madhur Skanda - Group of herbs withSweet Post-Digestion Effect (Madhura Vipaka) WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  7. ANCIENT VERSES गन्धान्ता वाजिनामादिरश्वगन्धा हयाह्वया | वराहकर्णी वरदा बलदा कुष्ठगन्धिनी || (Bh.Ni/P.No. 379/VerseNo. 189) As per this Verse Hyahavya, Varahkarni, Varda, Balda, Kusth Gandhini are the Synonyms of Ashwagandha. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  8. ANCIENT VERSES अश्वगन्धाऽनिलश्लेष्मश्वित्रशोथक्षयापहा | बल्या रसायनी तिक्ता कषायोष्णाऽतिशुक्रला || (Bh.Ni/P.No. 379/Verse No 190) • It is Bitter and Astringent in taste with Hot Potency, is Strengthening, and Rejuvenating and Improves Quality and Quantity of Semen and Sperms. • It helps in Alleviating Vata, Kapha, Leucoderma, Swelling and Malnutrition. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  9. ANCIENT VERSES अश्वगंधा कषायोष्णा तिक्ता वातकफफापहः। विषवराणक्षयान हन्ति कान्तिवीर्यबलप्रदा।। (Dh.Ni/P.No. 73/Verse 263) As per this Verse, Ashwagandha is Astringent, Hot and Bitter in Taste. It Pacifies Vata and Kapha, Removes Toxins and Alleviates Ulcers. It also helps in enhancing Complexion, Semen, and Strength. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  10. ANCIENT VERSES अश्वगन्धा कटूष्णा स्यात्तिक्ता च मदगन्धिका | बल्या वातहरा हन्ति कासश्वासक्षयव्रणान् || (Ra.Ni/Shtahvadi Varga/Verse 112) As per this Verse, Ashwagandha is Pungent, Hot, Bitter and has a Typical Intoxicating Fragrance. It Promotes Strength and Pacifies Vata Dosha. It alleviates Cough, Asthma, Malnutrition and Wounds. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  11. MORPHOLOGY • It is a Small or Medium Sized Erect, Greyish-tomentose herb. • It is a Shrub that can grow upto 2 meters in height. • It has Extensive Branching, Simple Leaves and Stout-long Tuberous Roots. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  12. MORPHOLOGY • The Leaves are Dull Green, and can grow upto 12 meters. • Its Flowers are Small Green, and Bell Shaped. • The Fruit is Orange Red in colour. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  13. HABITAT This herb is commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Africa and Europe. It grows in dry parts of these regions. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  14. SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION • Kingdom : Plantae • Order: Solanales • Family: Solanaceae • Genus: Withania • Species: Somnifera • Botanical name: Withania Somnifera WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  15. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES • Taste (Rasa): Pungent (Katu), Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya) and Sweet (Madhura) • Quality (Guna): Unctuous (Snigdha) and Light (Laghu) • Potency (Veerya): Hot (Ushna) • Post Digestive Effect (Vipaka): Sweet (Madhura) PUNGENT BITTER ASTRINGENT UNCTOUS LIGHT SWEET WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  16. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION Alkaloids, Steroidal Lactones, Saponins, and Withanolides are main Chemical Constituents of Ashwagandha • Alkaloids: Anti-inflammatory, Anticancer, Analgesic, Local Anesthetic and Pain Reliever, Nootropic, Antimicrobial, Antifungal, etc. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  17. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION • Saponins: Decreases Blood Lipids, Lowers Cancer Risks, and Lowers Blood Glucose Response WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  18. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION • Steroidal Lactones Such as Withaferin A: Act as Sedatives and Antispasmodics • Withanolides:Diuretic, Anti-cancer, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-bacterial, Rejuvenating agent, and also acts as a Stress Buster WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  19. THERAPEUTICPROPERTIES • Improves Strength (Balya) • Rejuvenative (Rasayani) • Acts as Aphrodisiac (Vrushya) • Reduces Swelling (Shothahara) • Balance Tridoshas (Especially Kapha and Vata) WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  20. THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES Helpful in managing: • Thyroid Issues • Anxiety Disorder • Premature Ejaculation • RespiratoryDiseases • Injuries • Low Immunity • Cancer and Tumours WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  21. PRACTICAL USES / BENEFITS AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES • Rejuvenation • Low Sperm Count • For Strengthening • Inflammation • Tumours (Cancerous and Non-Cancerous) WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  22. PRACTICAL USES / BENEFITS AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES • Ulcerations • Diabetes • Arthritis • High cholesterol WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  23. SYSTEMIC ACTIONS AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES Nervous System • Improves the functioning of Nervous System • Helps in Nerve Cell Regeneration • Reduces Stress and Anxiety • Beneficial in Inducing Good Sound Sleep WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  24. SYSTEMIC ACTIONS AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES Reproductive System • Boosts Sexual Health • Induces Testosterone and Estrogen, etc. • Combats Infertility • Manages Oligospermia and Improves Ovum Health WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  25. SYSTEMIC ACTIONS AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES Respiratory System • Reduces Kapha Dosha • Combats Inflammatory Conditions • Promotes Healthy Respiration WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  26. ASHWAGANDHA IN CANCER AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES • Inhibits the Growth of Cancer Cells • Increase T-lymphocyte Production • Promotes Immunomodulation WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  27. Roots Leaves PART USED WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

  28. PLANET AYURVEDA’S ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES Each Capsules consists of 500 mg Standardized Extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and one can get all the benefits mentioned previously, when taken strictly as per the advice of Ayurvedic Practitioner. Dosage: 1-2 Capsules twice daily with Plain Water After 30 mins of Meals. WWW.PLANETAYURVEDA.COM

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