About Ashwagandha Powder
Ashwagandha Powder is ashwagandha root, ground to a fine powder, in a 150 g jar. Ashwagandha is Withania somnifera, a shrub found across the drier parts of India, also called Indian ginseng or winter cherry.
The root is the part traditionally used. The Sanskrit name is commonly explained as a reference to the smell of the fresh root, which is said to resemble a horse. See our article on the root and the name for the background.
What goes into it
- Ashwagandha root (Withania somnifera)
- The only ingredient. The root is dried and ground to a fine powder.
Taste
Earthy and slightly bitter, with a faint woody smell. It is best mixed into something warm or sweet, such as warm milk, a smoothie or porridge.
How to use
Stir a small amount into warm milk or a smoothie and mix well, as the powder is fine and can clump.
Sweeten to taste with honey, jaggery or dates.
Serving ideas
Try it in a banana smoothie, oat porridge or warm spiced milk. Because the taste is strong, begin with a small amount.
Storage
Keep it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture, and close the pack or jar firmly after each use. Shelf life is 18 months.
Questions about Ashwagandha Powder
What is in Ashwagandha Powder?
Only ashwagandha root, Withania somnifera. Nothing is added.
What does it taste like?
Earthy and slightly bitter. It is easiest to enjoy mixed into something warm or sweet.
Who should avoid it?
Please read the note on this page and speak to your doctor first if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or take medication.
How do I store it?
In a cool, dry place with the jar closed firmly. Shelf life is 18 months.
How do I order?
Use the order page on this website. Your order is written out for you and opens in WhatsApp, where we confirm your total, delivery details and dispatch timing. You pay by UPI only after we have confirmed the order.
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Not a substitute for medical advice. If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition or take medication, speak to your doctor before use.
