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Ashwagandha — South Africa

KSM-66, Shoden and standardised ashwagandha extracts — the most-researched adaptogen for stress, sleep and recovery. Consultant-curated, no powder fillers. Free delivery over R400.

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What our consultants would suggest

Of the adaptogens, ashwagandha has the most evidence behind it — stress, cortisol, sleep, recovery. Our consultants would point most people at a standardised KSM-66 or Shoden ashwagandha at 300–600mg daily, taken in the morning.

Skip cheap 'full-spectrum' ashwagandhas with no standardisation — you're buying powder, not active compound.

Pregnant, on thyroid meds, or have autoimmune? WhatsApp Precious first.

Common questions

KSM-66 vs Shoden vs full-spectrum ashwagandha?

KSM-66 is the most-researched standardised extract (5% withanolides). Shoden is the high-potency newer extract (35% withanolide glycosides). Full-spectrum is the cheap whole-plant powder — inconsistent doses and harder to dose right.

How long until I feel it?

Most people start feeling the cortisol smoothing at 3–4 weeks. Sleep changes by 6–8 weeks. Give it a real 8-week run before judging — it's an adaptogen, not a sedative.

Morning or evening?

For most people: morning — it smooths the day's cortisol curve. For specific sleep-onset issues: a small evening dose may help. Don't skip the morning dose if sleep is the goal.

Can I take ashwagandha long-term?

Most evidence supports 8–12 weeks of continuous use. Some people cycle (8 on, 2 off) to keep adrenal sensitivity. WhatsApp our consultants if you're on it long-term — we'll check thyroid function with you.