Used historically as a tonic to improve vitality in those suffering from overwork or nervous exhaustion and to aid recovery after chronic illness.
Ashwaganda's (Withania somnifera) Hindi name means "horse smell," and refers not just to its smell but to a horse's strength, indicating its use as a tonic.
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