I stumbled upon a bottle of Organic Ashwagandha while shopping recently and read it’s label:
“Ashwagandha, also known as Indian Ginseng, is revered for its ability to combat stress, which can help boost mental clarity. It can also be taken with milk and honey before bed to promote a calm and restful night’s sleep.”
...sounds like liquid gold! Let’s give it a try.
What is Ashwagandha?
Ashwagandha (withania somnifera), also known as “Indian ginseng” or “winter cherry”, is native to India but also grows in the Middle East and parts of Africa. It has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years and is considered an adaptogenic herb that helps your body deal with stress.
What are some other benefits of Ashwagandha?
- supports a healthy immune system
- calming effects
- encourages healthy sleep patterns
- supports sustained energy levels, strength, and vitality, including with physical activity
- supports a healthy joints
- promotes thyroid health
- promotes healthy functioning of the adrenals
Ascension Kitchen’s Ashwagandha Sleep Tonic
Serves 1
Thank you to Ascension Kitchen for this recipe!
Ingredients:
1 cup + 2 tablespoons water
2 heaping tablespoons raw macadamia nuts
1 Medjool date or a teaspoon of raw Manuka honey
¼ - ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
2 pinches of nutmeg powder
2 pinches of clove powder
Pinch of fine sea salt
1/3 – ½ vanilla bean
1 teaspoon ashwagandha root powder
Instructions:
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and keep going until it’s all smooth and creamy. Transfer to a pot and heat gently.
- To serve, add a sprinkle of cinnamon powder.
