Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) benefits like stress and anxiety reduction have recently shot into the limelight, but its medicinal value goes way back to ancient India as Ayurvedic medicine. One of its traditional uses is as a poultice to manage swelling and boils. When ground, the leaves have a characteristic ‘horse’ smell stemming from the word … Continue reading Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) benefits, uses, preparations and cultivation guide