The best ashwagandha, or what? Pay attention to this | ORVICTA
- Małgorzata Łopata
- May 5
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What makes the best ashwagandha stand out? Read the article and find out what to look for when buying ashwagandha supplements.
The best ashwagandha - 7 things to consider when choosing

You are developing professionally, setting ambitious goals, taking care of your fitness and coping well with the mounting household chores. And what does your body think about it? To ensure its well-being, turn to nature. Ashwagandha, an adaptogen known in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years, can be an invaluable support for you. Do you feel like trying it? Find out what to look for when choosing it so that your body can be supported by the best ashwagandha!
There are dozens of ashwagandha products to choose from. However, not all of them will support your mind, well-being and body equally well. The composition of the supplements, the method of extraction of the ashwagandha and the certification of the products are important . Read about the key factors to remember to start supplementing the best ashwagandha.
1. Concentration of active substances. In the best ashwagandha it is high!
Ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera ) is a plant from the nightshade family containing withanolides and withaferin. These are active substances responsible for how the use of the plant supports the well-being of the body. It is thanks to withanolides and withaferin that ashwagandha is classified as an adaptogen. This means that it supports the body's adaptation to unfavorable conditions caused by stress factors. The more withanolides and withaferin in an ashwagandha preparation, the better for you.
During the studies, it was noticed that ashwagandha supports the reduction of stress hormone levels in the body. It can help to alleviate anxiety and depression and restore good quality sleep and mental balance. It was also observed that the use of ashwagandha supports the prevention of cardiological diseases and the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases and diabetes [1][2].
Therefore, using withania somnifera will support you in taking care of yourself – your mental and physical health. The strongest ashwagandha (with the highest concentration of withanolides and withaferin) is a gamechanger when it comes to the well-being of your body.
2. Purity. The best ashwagandha is the purest ashwagandha
What does “pure” ashwagandha mean? The best capsule, tablet or drops with ashwagandha do not contain impurities – thanks to a special process of plant extraction . Properly obtained ashwagandha extract will support your health and well-being, not harm them.
Currently, one of the most modern methods of "extracting" valuable ingredients from ashwagandha is supercritical CO2 extraction . Extracts obtained using this method do not contain any solvent residues, which is often the case with classic solvent extractions [3]. This method also allows for the standardization of active substances in the preparation. Therefore, bottles of ashwagandha extracts may contain the same, precisely defined amount of withanolides and withaferin - supporting your mind and body. Therefore, the best ashwagandha available on the market is the one obtained using this method.
3. Fillers. The best ashwagandha is 100% natural ingredients
The best ashwagandha is the one that contains a minimum of additives and a maximum of pure extract . There is no way that preparations based on it contain, for example, artificial colors, sugar, GMOs, preservatives or flavor enhancers.
4. Quality Certificates. The Best Ashwagandha Has Something to Be Proud of
The rule is simple: the best ashwagandha on the market is only one that is made in a reliable production plant and meets the appropriate standards. This is evidenced by, among others , the certification of the Chief Pharmaceutical Inspectorate and the Provincial Pharmaceutical Inspectorate .
Are you following an influencer praising ashwagandha, which supposedly helps them sleep well, stay calm and in shape? Unfortunately, such words are a poor "certificate of quality". As a conscious consumer, stay vigilant. The best ashwagandha is a certified product with a pure composition and a standardized and high concentration of the active substance.
5. Ease of use. Ashwagandha in drops , powder or tablets?

What form of ashwagandha is best? The best ashwagandha is the one that... you will actually use regularly. Consider which form of supplement will be right for you.
Ashwagandha powder must be mixed with water or juice before consumption. However, swallowing capsules with ashwagandha is uncomfortable for some. Ashwagandha drops can be a compromise . You can always have a small bottle with you to precisely measure the right amount of the supplement and take it conveniently.
The choice of ashwagandha form is up to you. The supplement should fit your routines, habits, preferences, and lifestyle.
6. Ashwagandha – which is best: leaf or root extract?
Choose an ashwagandha product that is made from the root of this plant. Why?
This is based on the Justification for Resolution 7/2020 of the Dietary Supplements Team regarding the use of ashwagandha. According to it (and the WHO monograph), "proven medicinal properties apply to the use of Withania somnifera root preparations" . At the same time, there is no basis to indicate that other parts of the plant may have therapeutic applications [5].
7. Contraindications – even the best ashwagandha is not suitable for everyone!
Unfortunately, not everyone can enjoy the benefits of ashwagandha. Stop using it until later if you are expecting or breastfeeding . Avoid it if:
you are taking sedatives, sleeping pills or antiepileptic drugs,
you take supplements to help lower your blood pressure,
you suffer from autoimmune diseases of the liver and thyroid gland,
you are about to undergo surgery [6].
Discontinue ashwagandha if you experience side effects from supplementation. There have been reports of nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal upset after taking it [7]. In such cases, it is worth consulting a doctor before continuing with supplementation.
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Are you planning to use a product with ashwagandha? Approach its quality without compromise. Take a close look at the certificates and composition of the product - the concentration of active substances and fillers. Only carefully obtained, pure, the best ashwagandha will be a natural support for the well-being of your body.
Are you interested in the power of ashwagandha? Check out our offer of the highest quality ashwagandha products and take care of your well-being today!
Note – the content of the article does not constitute medical advice. The text is for informational purposes only.
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