Buying the best ashwagandha? Here's what to look for.
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Curious about ashwagandha? Wondering what to look for when buying ashwagandha as a supplement?
I looked into it for you. Find out here which ashwagandha I recommend and what exactly to look for in a good ashwagandha supplement.
Choose KSM-66® Ashwagandha extract, the most researched extract with a standardized concentration of 5% withanolides for maximum effectiveness.
Combine Ashwagandha with Bioperine®, a black pepper extract that enhances absorption and provides increased bioavailability.
A dosage of 600 mg per day, divided into two doses, is recommended for optimal effects on stress, sleep, and physical performance.
Table of contents
What to look for when buying the best ashwagandha? The 5 best ashwagandhas Learn more about ashwagandha 1. The patented ashwagandha KSM-66® extract 2. Why black pepper with ashwagandha? 3. How much ashwagandha per day? 4. Choose ashwagandha without unnecessary additives 5. About ashwagandha 6. Ashwagandha effects: What does ashwagandha do? 7. Warnings when using ashwagandha 8. Ashwagandha experiences: What users say about our supplement 9. Is ashwagandha addictive? 10. The best time to take ashwagandha
Here's what to look out for when buying Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is becoming increasingly popular and so more and more products are coming onto the market claiming to be the best.
To ensure you purchase a high-quality and effective product, I recommend looking for the following features for the very best ashwagandha:
- Contains patented KSM-66® extract – This is the best ashwagandha extract with consistent effectiveness.
- Black pepper extract has been added to enhance the absorption of ashwagandha KSM- 66® – just like the patented piperine extract Bioperine®
- A good dosage of Ashwagandha KSM-66® - You need 300 mg of ashwagandha KSM- 66® daily to experience the benefits.
- It's free of unnecessary additives – this speaks to the product's purity. Look for ashwagandha with a Clean label to ensure only natural ingredients have been used.
The top 3 best ashwagandha supplements
#1. Ashwagandha KSM-66® - Natural Performance
Ashwagandha KSM-66 ® is Natuurlijk Presteren's natural ashwagandha product, with added BioPerine extract ® .
It is produced completely clean-label, which means it only contains natural additives.
The benefits:
- Contains 600 mg Ashwagandha KSM-66® per serving (2 caps)
- Contains black pepper extract (Bioperine®) to support the effect of ashwagandha.
- Standardized to 5% withanolides, meaning the concentration is consistent.
- Contains only natural additives.
- Easy to swallow capsule.
Natuurlijk Presteren's Ashwagandha KSM-66 takes first place because, in addition to a good dosage (600 mg) of Ashwagandha KSM- 66® , it also contains Bioperine® for optimal ashwagandha functioning.
Furthermore, the clean label production is a big plus compared to the other products in this comparison.
#2. Ashwagandha KSM-66® - Vita herb
Ashwagandha KSM- 66® from Vitakruid also contains a good dosage per capsule and here too the BioPerine® extract has been added.
The benefits:
- Contains 600 mg Ashwagandha KSM-66® per serving (2 caps)
- Contains black pepper extract (Bioperine®) to support the effect of ashwagandha.
- Standardized to 5% withanolides, meaning the concentration is consistent.
The disadvantage
- Not produced clean-label.
Ashwagandha KSM- 66® deserves the second place because it contains an effective dosage and has a high-quality black pepper extract added to it.
Unfortunately, it is not produced clean label.
#3. Ashwagandha KSM-66© - VItals
Ashwagandha KSM- 66® from Vitals stands out because of its organic certification. Like ours, numbers 1 and 2, it contains a good dose of ashwagandha.
The benefits:
- Contains 600 mg Ashwagandha KSM-66® per serving (2 caps)
- Standardized to 5% withanolides, meaning the concentration is consistent.
Disadvantages
- No black pepper (peperine) extract has been added.
The biggest plus of our number 3 is that it is organically certified.
But what is a pity is that the black pepper extract is missing.
1. What is the patented ashwagandha KSM-66® extract?
KSM-66® is the finest ashwagandha extract available.
It is a full-spectrum extract of the root, which means that all the important substances are retained in their natural balance.
What makes KSM-66® so special?
- It is identical to the composition of the root.
- Only the root is used, which ensures an optimal balance between effectiveness and safety.
- It contains 5% standardized withanolides, for reliable and consistent results.
- It is produced in an environmentally friendly way without synthetic solvents.
- After 14 years of development, it has won several prestigious awards.
- It has GRAS status, which means it has been deemed safe by the US FDA based on scientific evidence.
2. Why black pepper with ashwagandha?
The best ashwagandha products contain black pepper extract. Piperine, the active ingredient in black pepper, helps the body absorb active ingredients.(1)
This ensures higher bioavailability, which means that the substances are absorbed more efficiently by the body.
So you get more out of your ashwagandha supplement with black pepper!
The BioPerine® extract
BioPerine® is a patented, high-quality extract of black pepper (Piper nigrum), containing 95-98% piperine.
What makes BioPerine® unique?
- It supports the bioavailability of ashwagandha, so your body can absorb it better.
- It is the only piperine extract with patented status, thanks to proven purity, safety and effectiveness.
- It is produced from carefully harvested black pepper from South India, where the berries dry naturally in the sun.
3. How much ashwagandha per day?
Most studies indicate that 250-600 mg per day of ashwagandha can be effective when used for at least 1 to 2 months.
At a dose of 600 mg per day, divided into two doses (for example, morning and evening), the benefits appear to be greater.(2)
Shorter periods of 1200 mg per day may also be safe according to some studies, but it is important to see how your body responds.(3)(4)
However, we recommend a maximum of 600 mg of ashwagandha KSM-66 per day, divided over two doses. The product below contains exactly this dosage.
4. Choose ashwagandha without unnecessary additives
If you want to buy an ashwagandha supplement, it is important to choose a product without unnecessary, artificial additives.
But how do you know if you're making the right choice?
Here are some important tips to ensure you choose the best ashwagandha supplement that is pure and natural:
- Read the label carefully - Check the ingredients list and look for additives such as colors, flavors, preservatives, and binders. Natural supplements often have a shorter ingredient list without synthetics.
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Choose brands with a good reputation - Well-known and reliable brands in the Netherlands often have strict quality control and clearly indicate which additives are or are not in their products.
Look for brands that are transparent about their production processes and ingredients. - Quality marks and certificates - Look for quality marks like Clean Label. This label indicates that the product uses only natural ingredients.
- Consult a specialist - A doctor, pharmacist, or nutritionist can often advise you on which supplements are suitable and which are unlikely to contain unnecessary additives.
5. About ashwagandha
Ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera ) is a plant that has played an important role in Ayurveda, a traditional Indian medicine based on plant extracts, for thousands of years.
The plant has green leaves and produces small, red berries. However, the root is particularly valued for its active compounds, such as withanolides and alkaloids, which are considered the main active ingredients.
Fun fact: The name "ashwagandha" comes from Sanskrit and means "horse scent." This refers to the root's aroma, which is reminiscent of a horse's aroma and symbolizes the strength and vitality associated with the herb.
6. What is the effect of Ashwagandha?
Ashwagandha is often seen as a natural way to maintain balance because of its adaptogen effect.
An adaptogen is a natural substance or herb that helps the body adapt to stress and support the recovery process.
Health benefits of ashwagandha:
Ashwagandha, particularly in the form of KSM-66®, is a versatile herbal extract that has shown promising results in several studies:
- Helps to relax in stressful situations *
- Support for mental balance and cognitive functions (memory and concentration) *
- Contributes to a healthy night's sleep *
- Helps with physical performance (especially in endurance and strength sports, by contributing to oxygen uptake) *
- Supports the immune system *
- Support for fatigue *
- May contribute to improved male fertility (testosterone) *
- Antioxidant effect *
- Skin and respiratory support *(2)(3)(4)
Please note: (*) The claims about the health benefits of ashwagandha are currently being assessed by the European Commission and more research is needed to confirm effectiveness.
7. Warnings when using ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is generally considered safe for humans, with some exceptions.
However, it is important to know that, like other herbs, ashwagandha can interact with certain medications .
Although the Lareb side effects center has only received four reports about ashwagandha in the past 23 years, it is good to be extra careful when using thyroid medications and antidepressants .
It is also recommended not to use it if you have liver disease.
In addition, use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended as a precaution, just like all other herbal supplements.
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