March 2021 PMID 33338583

Safety of Ashwagandha Root Extract: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, study in Healthy Volunteers.

Narsing Verma, Sandeep Kumar Gupta, Shashank Tiwari, Ashok Kumar Mishra

Mentions

17
Peak: 2 in Aug 2024
across 3 sources since Mar 2023

Extended reach

452,242
potential audience

Total likes

1,656

Video views

42,068

Mentions per month

Mar 2023 – Feb 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News9 articles
  • X / Twitter6 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The posts generally agree the study confirms Ashwagandha's safety, with phrases like 'affirms Ashwagandha's suitability' and 'the study sheds light on safety,' showing positive recognition. The tone is informational and slightly affirming, suggesting the publication influences perceptions about supplement safety but does not significantly alter existing beliefs or spark extensive debate.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's finding that Ashwagandha is safe and suitable for consumption, reflecting consensus on its safety profile.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, often noting the study's design or mentioning the benefits, but not deeply exploring broader implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Responses include direct reactions and brief summaries of the study, indicating a moderate level of involvement without detailed critique or analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests that the publication is valuable in confirming safety, but few discuss broader health impacts or long-term effects, indicating a moderate perceived influence.

Abstract in brief

  • This study assessed the safety of Ashwagandha root extract in 80 healthy adults over 8 weeks, finding no significant adverse effects on vital signs, blood tests, or thyroid function.
  • Researchers compared the Ashwagandha group to a placebo group using blood tests and vital sign measurements, and found no abnormalities or adverse events in either group.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that Ashwagandha root extract is safe and well-tolerated when taken at 300 mg twice daily by healthy individuals.

Top posts

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Ministry of Ayush
@moayush · X

the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mpprataprao @PIBIndia @MIB_India @PIBAYUSH @secymoayush @mdniy @AIIA_NDelhi @mygovindia @ccrhindia @CCRAS_MoAyush @nischennai @ccrschennai @RAVDelhi (2/2)

Aug 13, 2024 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 407,964 followers View post →
World of Supplements
@WorldOfBiohack · X

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Nov 18, 2023 · 2 likes · 42 followers View post →
outaimed
@outaimed_ · X

@LukeRangeWalker @SahilBloom @sweatystartup The effect of fruit and vegetable powder mix on hypertensive subjects: a pilot study https://t.co/P9V4wauIIE Safety of Ashwagandha Root Extract: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, study in Healthy Volunteers https://t.co/7bJEDGYlRd Taking nutritional supplements for three months

Dec 10, 2023 · 1 like · 557 followers View post →
Subrata
@Subrata37606833 · X

RT @moayush: the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mppr…

Aug 13, 2024 · 3 shares · 1,552 followers View post →
Mei Kha
@Mei_aa58 · X

RT @moayush: the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mppr…

Dec 13, 2024 · 3 shares · 28 followers View post →
Ruben Bentele
@rubleros · X

First of all, Ashwagandha is safe. This study sheds light on the question, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, and conducted over an 8-week period with 80 healthy participants (40 males, 40 females). 300mg twice a day. https://t.co/hfFI5titOF

Mar 7, 2023 · 14 followers View post →

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Mei Kha
@Mei_aa58 · X

RT @moayush: the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mppr…

Dec 13, 2024 · 3 shares · 28 followers View post →
Subrata
@Subrata37606833 · X

RT @moayush: the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mppr…

Aug 13, 2024 · 3 shares · 1,552 followers View post →
Ministry of Ayush
@moayush · X

the study affirms Ashwagandha's suitability for consumption for both men and women. https://t.co/lGxveMgtWW @PMOIndia @mpprataprao @PIBIndia @MIB_India @PIBAYUSH @secymoayush @mdniy @AIIA_NDelhi @mygovindia @ccrhindia @CCRAS_MoAyush @nischennai @ccrschennai @RAVDelhi (2/2)

Aug 13, 2024 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 407,964 followers View post →
outaimed
@outaimed_ · X

@LukeRangeWalker @SahilBloom @sweatystartup The effect of fruit and vegetable powder mix on hypertensive subjects: a pilot study https://t.co/P9V4wauIIE Safety of Ashwagandha Root Extract: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, study in Healthy Volunteers https://t.co/7bJEDGYlRd Taking nutritional supplements for three months

Dec 10, 2023 · 1 like · 557 followers View post →
World of Supplements
@WorldOfBiohack · X

https://t.co/TblTQwgf8r https://t.co/GVvN5djBKH https://t.co/nTCmtdnjsn https://t.co/e1kUHHKnIu. https://t.co/kExpinL7k8 https://t.co/TXOEL0Tj3V.

Nov 18, 2023 · 2 likes · 42 followers View post →
Ruben Bentele
@rubleros · X

First of all, Ashwagandha is safe. This study sheds light on the question, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, and conducted over an 8-week period with 80 healthy participants (40 males, 40 females). 300mg twice a day. https://t.co/hfFI5titOF

Mar 7, 2023 · 14 followers View post →