May improve brain function, including memory
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Ashwagandha may improve cognitive function. According to one assessment of five clinical research, there is preliminary evidence that ashwagandha may improve cognitive functioning in specific populations, such as older adults with mild cognitive impairment and people with schizophrenia. Cognitive functions it may benefit include:
- executive functioning
- attention
- reaction time
- performance on cognitive tasks
A study in 50 adults showed that taking 600 mg of ashwagandha extract per day for 8 weeks led to significant improvements in the following measures compared with taking a placebo:
- immediate and general memory
- attention
- information-processing speed
According to the researchers, chemicals present in ashwagandha, such as WA, have antioxidant effects in the brain, which may aid cognitive health. More research, however, is required before specialists can draw firm conclusions.
