Description
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Ashwagandha from Scitec Nutrition is a popular choice among supplement users looking for a standardized and easy-to-dose product without unwanted additives. This supplement contains a concentrated extract of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a plant known for its versatile application in both traditional and modern dietary patterns and fitness routines.
Product Description
Ashwagandha from Scitec Nutrition is packaged in convenient capsules and contains 226 mg of ashwagandha root extract per dose, of which 3.7 mg are withanolides. This supplement is suitable for daily intake and ideal for anyone looking for a natural supplement, regardless of training level or lifestyle.
Ingredients and Nutritional Values
The product consists of a combination of ashwagandha root extract, maltodextrin as a carrier, a vegetable capsule shell (gelatin), calcium salts of orthophosphoric acid as a bulking agent, and anti-caking agents such as magnesium salts of fatty acids and silicon dioxide.
Nutritional Information Table – per Capsule
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ashwagandha root extract | 226 mg |
| Of which withanolides | 3.7 mg |
| Energy | 0 kJ / 0 kcal |
| Fats | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Proteins | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
Contributes to Normal Resistance against Stress and Fatigue
Ashwagandha is known as an adaptogen, meaning it contributes to normal resistance against stress and fatigue, and supports psychological functioning when used within safe and recommended dosages. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet or healthy lifestyle and is not suitable for children, pregnant women, or breastfeeding women.
Scitec Nutrition Ashwagandha offers a pure and transparent supplement for daily support.
Possible Side Effects of Ashwagandha
- Stomach and intestinal complaints: nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain.
- Drowsiness or sleepiness: especially at higher doses or in combination with other sedatives.
- Headache or dizziness.
- Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching (rare).
- Hormonal effects: increase in testosterone and decrease in cortisol levels; this can affect hormone balance.
- Blood pressure reduction: may cause dizziness or low blood pressure, especially when using blood pressure medication.
- Influence on the thyroid: can stimulate thyroid activity (sometimes increased T4 and T3), which can be risky for people with hyperthyroidism.
- Liver problems: there have been a few rare cases of liver inflammation (hepatitis) reported.
Who should be Cautious or Avoid?
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women → there is insufficient data on safety.
- People with thyroid disorders (especially hyperthyroidism).
- People with autoimmune diseases (such as rheumatism, lupus, MS).
- Users of certain medications: sedatives, sleeping pills, antidepressants, blood pressure lowering drugs, diabetes medication, thyroid medication.
In general, side effects are more commonly seen with high doses or long-term use.
