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

B. Sachin Aditya; Jothi Priya; R. Gayatri Devi

doi:10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1530632

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

B. Sachin Aditya

Jothi Priya

R. Gayatri Devi

Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, Page 96-106
DOI: 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1530632
Published: 24 August 2020

Abstract

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.

Keywords:

Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
stress
blood sugar level

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Aditya, B. S., Priya, J. and Devi, R. G. (2020) “Awareness of Effect of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on Blood Sugar Levels - A Survey”, Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, 32(15), pp. 96-106. doi: 10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i1530632.

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