Ashwagandha

What it is

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an evergreen shrub with a long history of use in Ayurvedic traditions. Supplements commonly use root or root-and-leaf extracts containing naturally occurring compounds called withanolides.

Why we use it

Yvora includes ashwagandha in the Night Formula to complement magnesium glycinate, L-theanine, GABA, and calming botanicals in a melatonin-free wind-down routine.

Key benefits

Why it matters

A nighttime routine works best when it creates a consistent transition away from the demands of the day. Ashwagandha adds a familiar botanical layer focused on calm and stress resilience rather than sedation.

Sourcing note

Ashwagandha grows in parts of India, Africa, and the Middle East. We look for clear identification of the plant part, extract standardization, identity testing, and contaminant controls.

Quality note

Preferred botanical origin: GI-recognized Nagori ashwagandha roots from Nagaur, Rajasthan, India, with Nagaur, Churu, and Bikaner as the priority sourcing corridor. We require root-only identity, Withania somnifera authentication, declared withanolide standardization, pesticide and heavy-metal testing, and full farm-to-lot traceability.