What is ashwagandha and what are its benefits?

What is ashwagandha?

Ashwagandha is one of Pukka’s hero herbs. Part of the nightshade family, the root has been used as a traditional rejuvenating tonic to help people of all ages with stress-related situations. The most revealing family feature is its small red berries, like cherry tomatoes, which explain its other common name ‘winter cherry’.

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