ASHWAGANDHA (Withania somnifera) Root *Adrenal-soothing, stress-balancing, vitality-restoring adaptogen

💧Organic Ashwagandha Tincture

Our human-grade, certified organic tinctures give you a ready-to-absorb potent source of phytonutrients at the highest-strength available, for immediate absorption straight into the bloodstream and to the body’s cells.

• Withania somnifera
• Root
• Decocted 1:3 35%
• Organically cultivated

~ Feed Guide - ashwagandha tincture for horses

• 6ml/100kg bodyweight, daily in feed.
• Our tinctures come in a heat-sealed, twin-neck, child-resistant HDPE plastic dosing bottle, complete with dosing chamber. ♻️ HDPE is recyclable and low-impact - aligned with our sustainability ethos.

🌿Organic Dried Ashwaganda Root

Grown, harvested and dried without the use of agri-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO free - see our Quality page for Quality Management & Certification Documents.

• Withania somnifera
• Cut Root
• Organic Cultivated
• Origin India

~ Feed Guide - dried ashwagandha root for horses

• 5g/100kg bodyweight per day, i.e. 25g for a 500kg horse.
• Want a scoop? You can add a scoop to your basket during checkout.
• ♻️Supplied in a 100% fully recylable, resealable, food-grade foil pouch for freshness.

Functional Nutritional Value

Constituents: Alkaloids, steroidal lactones, sitoindosides, iron.

• Laboratory tested for identification and compliance to the British and European Pharmacopoeia standards.
• Human grade.
• Please be aware that if you're purchasing our dried botanicals for human use, our dried range is cut to appropriate sizes for feeding to horses.
• ♻️ Eco Note: Our packaging is recyclable and refillable.
• 🧊 Storage Tip: Keep cool and dry.

Advisory

• Ashwagandha is best used to restore calm strength during stress or recovery phases, not in acute illness or hypermetabolic states.

Contraindications

• Pregnancy and lactation – avoid unless under professional supervision.
• Hyperthyroidism – may mildly stimulate thyroid activity (Winston, 2007).

Cautions

• May potentiate the effects of sedatives or thyroid medication.
• Theoretical interaction with immunosuppressive drugs due to mild immunomodulatory action.
• Discontinue prior to surgery due to possible mild sedative effect.

Summary

A gentle yet powerful adaptogen that restores adrenal balance and calm vitality - best suited for stress recovery, not stimulation.

In the Ayurvedic tradition of India, ashwagandha is known as a rasayana - a revered life-prolonging tonic. And for good reason - this root has been used for centuries to help the body (and mind) find balance during times of stress, tension, or pressure. In other words, it’s one of nature’s most trusted “reset buttons.”

Its name literally translates to “that which has the smell of a horse - bringing the vitality and strength of a horse.” A bold claim, yes, but it speaks to the deep respect ashwagandha has earned as a restorer of energy, stamina, and resilience. (And while I can’t vouch for the “sexual energy of a horse” part personally… the tradition suggests that ashwagandha helps rekindle vitality by easing the stress that dampens drive, rather than acting like a quick-fire aphrodisiac.)

Like most adaptogens, ashwagandha works quietly and deeply, helping your body respond to whatever life throws at it. It doesn’t force - it balances.

What makes it so special?

Ashwagandha is also an immunomodulant , which means it helps the immune system stay steady and strong. Research shows it can:

• Prevent depletion of white blood cells
• Activate lymphocytes (key immune cells)
• Support the body during illness or recovery

Modern studies are catching up to what Ayurveda has known for centuries. Ashwagandha has been studied for supporting type 2 diabetes, improving resilience in cancer care (notably in breast cancer protocols in India), and even offering benefits for people with bipolar disorder.

Simply put, ashwagandha is a root for resilience - restoring energy, easing the stress response, and helping both humans and horses find their calm strength again.