Awareness of Effect of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on Blood Sugar Levels - A Survey

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2020-08
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Introduction: Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a spice utilized in Ayurveda, the conventional medication of India. Its root has a horsey smell (in Sanskrit, ashva signifies "horse" and gandha signifies "smell") and is said to present the quality and virility of a pony. Different pieces of the plant are utilized, yet the most well-known in supplements is a concentrate of its underlying foundations. Aim: aim of this study is to compare and assess the awareness among people on the effects of ashwagandha on blood sugar levels. Materials and Methods: A well structured questionnaire containing 10 questions was circulated among Indian population. The questionnaire has covered basic demographic data such as age, gender, weight, blood pressure and about the awareness of effects of ashwagandha on blood sugar levels Conclusion: From the above outcomes, it might be presumed that the Withania somnifera root extract can reduce blood sugar levels. It's mindfulness among individuals must be expanded
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Ashwagandha;Withania somnifera, stress, blood sugar level
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Aditya B. Sachin, Priya Jothi, Devi R. Gayatri. Awareness of Effect of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on Blood Sugar Levels - A Survey. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International. 2020 Aug; 32(15): 96-106