10 Benefits of Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha Benefit #4: Heart Health
Ashwagandha exhibits favorable effects on the heart. After using the herb as treatment, it was found to increase the heart’s rate, contractility and relaxation. Ashwagandha reduces blood pressure by blocking the autonomic ganglion. It has a profound effect on reducing cholesterol, thus preventing the hardening of the arteries.
When given .75 gms/day to rats with high cholesterol, Ashwagandha decreased triglycerides significantly. Some studies have shown that it also improves the cardiorespiratory endurance of athletes and shows protective effects in ischemic stroke in rats. Supplementing with Ashwagandha and milk is recommended in order to treat stress-related hypertension.
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