Ashwagandha Research

Teelixir's evidence-based guide to Withania somnifera — the most-studied adaptogen for stress, cortisol, and hormonal balance. Our research library draws on 1,584+ published studies, including 29 human RCTs, to separate what works from what doesn't.

Start here: Ashwagandha Benefits — Complete Evidence Guide · Dosage Guide · Side Effects & Safety

By health goal: Anxiety & Stress · Sleep · Depression & Mood · Testosterone · Thyroid · Muscle & Strength · Weight Loss

For women: Hormones, Perimenopause & Fertility · Hair & Skin

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Ashwagandha

Valerian Root vs Ashwagandha: Which Is Better for Sleep?
Valerian root sedates. Ashwagandha calms. Here's which one to pick for your sleep problem — racing thoughts, can't drop off, or both — plus dosing.
Ashwagandha vs Reishi: The Two Roads to Rest
Ashwagandha calms the stress axis while reishi settles the immune system. Compare the evidence, mechanisms, and best use cases for sleep and relaxation.
Ashwagandha and Magnesium Together: Stack Benefits & Dosing
Ashwagandha and magnesium work on separate systems — stress hormones and neuromuscular relaxation. Combined, they support deeper sleep and daily calm.
Ashwagandha for Sleep: The Stress-Sleep Loop Explained by 5 RCTs
Peter Orpen reviews 1,584 ashwagandha studies to explain how this adaptogen may support sleep by targeting stress � not sedation. Includes dosage, evidence, and a decision guide.