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Antioxidant activity and apoptotic induction as mechanisms of action of (Ashwagandha) against a hepatocellular carcinoma cell line

Journal of International Medical Research, 2018
Objective To evaluate the antioxidant and apoptotic inductive effects of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) leaf extract against a hepatocellular carcinoma cell line.
Wafaa Ahmed, Dina Mofed, Abdel-Rahman Zekri, Nasr El-Sayed, Mohamed Rahouma, Salwa Sabet   +5 more
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Ashwagandha as an Adaptogen: Its Influence on Sleep Patterns, Stress Response, and Anxiety in Modern Life

Journal of Education, Health and Sport
Background: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a prominent adaptogen in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, has gained substantial attention for its potential to enhance resilience to modern stressors, improve sleep quality, and alleviate anxiety ...
Mateusz Haber, Adrianna Czachor, Paula Kula, Adam Juśkiewicz, Olga Grelewicz, Natalia Kucy, Elwira Servaas, Alicja Kotula, Robert Siemiątkowski   +8 more
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Molecular and therapeutic insights into Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) for cognition and neuroprotection

Academia Biology
Withania somnifera, commonly known as ashwagandha, is an Ayurvedic herb that has garnered substantial scientific interest due to its diverse therapeutic potential, particularly in the neuroprotection and cognitive science.
Sunil Dutt Shukla
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Introduction In Vitro Culture Withania Somnifera for Obtain Secondary Metabolites and Further Study

International Journal of Secondary Metabolite, 2014
Ashwagandha is a branching erect shrub height from 30 to 150 cm covered with thick vegetation down (tomentosa). The leaves are oval, up to 10 cm in length and 2-2.5 cm in width.Green or yellow flowers of which then grow red fruit.
R.E. PAVLIKOV
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The impact of ashwagandha on sleep quality, anxiety reduction, and stress lowering: comparative analysis of available studies

Journal of Education, Health and Sport
Introduction and objective: The increasing prevalence of sleep disorders, anxiety, and stress in contemporary society necessitates effective and accessible treatments.
Klaudia Malec
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Effects of Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha) Supplementation on Oxidative Stress Response: A Systematic Review of Human and Animal Studies in Various Exercise and Non-Exercise Models

Physical Activity and Health
This study aimed to determine how ashwagandha supplementation affects oxidative stress. For our systematic review, we searched several literature databases, including Science Direct and PubMed.
Novadri Ayubi, Andi Tajrin, Nila Kusuma, Junian Cahyanto Wibawa, Mert Kurnaz, Oce Wiriawan   +5 more
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Ashwagandha Root Extract Alleviates the Aging Related structural and Functional Kidney Changes in Rats

The Egyptian Journal of Histology
Background: The aging process extremely affects both kidneys. Different morphological and functional changes are linked to renal aging. Objectives: Our study aimed to assess the ameliorative effects of ashwagandha root extract on the aging-related ...
Aliaa Ali Alafify, Doaa Abo Elkhair
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Ameliorating potential of Ashwagandha on cadmium chloride induced changes in weights of visceral organs [PDF]

Veterinary World, 2008
The present study was carried out to evaluate the protective effect of Ashwagandha on Cadmium chloride induced changes in weights of visceral organs of male rats. Thirty male Wistar rats were divided equally into three groups. Group I was fed on balanced
M.K., Patil, Mendhe, M.S., Athawaley A.M., A.U., Borde, Lokhande, P.R., Jaiswal, S.A.   +10 more
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Effect of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on endocrine and reproductive traits in Awassi sheep

Open Veterinary Journal
Background: Although ashwagandha, or Withania somnifera, is used as a broad-spectrum treatment to treat a wide range of illnesses, including reproductive issues, and to improve fertility, it is also considered a potent adaptogen and anti-stressor that ...
Ashraf Kamil Azeez, Afraah Mustafa Mohammad, Nawar Bahaa Abdul-jabbar, Ghadir Kamil Ghadir, Zaid Khalid Alani   +4 more
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Ashwagandha and Its Role in Stress Reduction, Hormonal Balance, and Athletic Recovery: An Evidence-Based Review

Journal of Education, Health and Sport
Introduction and Purpose: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a well-known adaptogenic herb used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine. In recent years, it has attracted scientific interest for its potential to reduce stress, support hormonal balance, and
Weronika Ossowska, Maksymilian Czarnota, Wiktoria Ösztreicher   +2 more
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