A vegan capsule combining a 5:1 organic ashwagandha root extract (1.5% withanolides) with organic whole-root powder. Licensed by Health Canada under the Ashwagandha monograph. From Sewanti, a Canadian Ayurvedic brand based in Vancouver.

Key ingredients

• Ashwagandha root extract (Withania somnifera) 100 mg: 5:1 extract standardized to 1.5% withanolides, equivalent to 500 mg dried root
• Ashwagandha root powder (Withania somnifera) 400 mg: Whole-root powder, equivalent to 480 mg dried root

Adults looking for a traditional Ayurvedic adaptogen. Not for use with alcohol or sedatives; check with a health care practitioner first if pregnant or breastfeeding.

1. Adults: take 3 capsules, 1 to 2 times daily, before meals.
2. Or use as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
3. Drink enough purified water each day.

• Size: 60 vegan capsules (500 mg)
• Recommended use (Health Canada NPN 80065084, per product label): Ashwagandha is known as Rasayana in Ayurveda. It is traditionally used to relieve general debility, especially during convalescence or old age, also used as sleep aid and memory enhancement. According to Ayurveda, Ashwagandha helps to balance aggravated Vata (nervine). In other Herbal Medicines, Ashwagandha is used as an adaptogen to help increase energy and resistance to stress.
• Dose: Adults, 3 capsules 1 to 2 times daily, before meals
• Medicinal ingredients (per capsule): Withania somnifera root 5:1 extract (1.5% withanolides) 100 mg; Withania somnifera root powder 400 mg
• Non-medicinal ingredients: vegetable capsule (hypromellose, water)
• Organic, vegan, gluten-free (brand-stated)
• No artificial preservatives, colours, sweeteners, corn, dairy, soy, starch, wheat, yeast or animal products (label)
• Product of Canada

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a health care practitioner before use. Do not use with alcohol, other drugs or natural health products with sedative properties. For therapeutic use only. Drink sufficient purified water daily. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Read the label and follow directions.

Why both an extract and a powder?

The extract is concentrated and standardized to 1.5% withanolides. The whole-root powder keeps the full herb, as in traditional Ayurvedic use.

When should I take it?

Take 3 capsules before meals, once or twice a day, or as your health care practitioner directs.

Can I take it with a sleep aid or alcohol?

No. The label says not to use it with alcohol, other drugs or natural health products that have sedative properties.