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Shoden Ashwagandha

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Shoden Ashwagandha. 35% withanolide glycoside Ashwagandha for sleep.

How it works. High concentration of withanolides for HPA modulation.

What the research supports. 1 graded claims. Strongest: Improves sleep quality (moderate).

How much to take. Typical dose: 120–240 mg.

Side effects and interactions. 1 medication interaction listed. No serious side effects listed at normal doses.

Stacking. Pairs well with Magnesium glycinate, L-theanine.

Common forms. Available as Standardized extract capsule, Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin), Powdered whole herb, Traditional decoction or tea.

Key studies. 8 studies cited. The strongest are listed with links to PubMed.

Community. Experiences from people who have tried Shoden Ashwagandha. Anecdotes are not medical advice.

Shoden Ashwagandha. 35% withanolide glycoside Ashwagandha for sleep.

Key compound: withaferin AC28H38O6 · 470.6 g/mol

What it is

35% withanolide glycoside Ashwagandha for sleep.

Food sources

Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice

Goals

Sleep & RecoveryMood & Anxiety

How it works

High concentration of withanolides for HPA modulation.

Pathways

  • High concentration of withanolides for HPA modulation

Effects

  • +sleep quality supports

What the research supports

Improves sleep qualitymoderate

Strong: consistent results across large trials or meta-analyses. Moderate: several trials, mostly positive. Limited: small or mixed studies. Preclinical: animal or cell research only.

Typical dose
120–240 mg
TimingConsistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With foodEither with or without food.
Best formMost evidence is based on the standardized extract capsule form.
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Side effects & interactions

Common side effects

  • Mild GI upset

Medication interactions

Prescription medications (general)minor

Always disclose Shoden Ashwagandha use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.

Check any supplement–medication combination with your pharmacist before starting.

Combines with

Pairs well

Common forms

  • Standardized extract capsule
  • Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
  • Powdered whole herb
  • Traditional decoction or tea

Key studies

8 studies cited in total.

PubMed: Shoden Ashwagandha — Improves sleep quality ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Shoden Ashwagandha — randomized controlled trial ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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PubMed: Shoden Ashwagandha — meta-analysis ↗
Systematic review · PubMed (NLM) · 2026

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