December 2022 PMID 35984870

The Perceived Impact of Ashwagandha on Stress, Sleep Quality, Energy, and Mental Clarity for College Students: Qualitative Analysis of a Double-Blind Randomized Control Trial.

Cynthia Baker, Jessica B Kirby, Jack O'Connor, Keston G Lindsay, Andrea Hutchins, Margaret Harris

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects strong support and interest in the research, with phrases like 'therapeutic potential' and 'great for supporting' indicating positive perceptions, while examples such as mentions of improved sleep and mental clarity illustrate engagement through referencing specific findings and potential applications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions endorse the positive findings of the study, highlighting benefits like improved energy, sleep, and stress reduction, indicating general agreement with the research conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions strongly focus on the potential benefits of ashwagandha for college students, showing high curiosity and enthusiasm about its effects.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific aspects of the study such as its 30-day duration, perceived improvements, and therapeutic potential, demonstrating meaningful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The emphasis on how ashwagandha could support academic success and well-being suggests these discussions view the research as having a noteworthy impact on student health and lifestyle choices.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explored how ashwagandha, an Ayurvedic herb, impacts college students' stress, sleep, energy, and mental clarity, since these factors often affect their academic performance and wellbeing.
  • Conducted as a double-blind randomized control trial with 60 college students, participants took either ashwagandha or a placebo for 30 days, with qualitative data collected through daily check-ins and focus groups.
  • The results showed that students who took ashwagandha perceived improvements in energy, mental clarity, sleep quality, and overall wellbeing, indicating its potential benefits in managing stress and enhancing mental health during college life.]

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Cristina Dragani
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Dr. LoBisco
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New study that showed how the herb #ashwagandha lowered stress and assisted with sleep, mental clarity, and energy in a college population! Great for supporting #mindbody, #sleep, #stress, and thyroid. https://t.co/TSyf532PnE https://t.co/qqeJ8B3v5n

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Mary Ann Liebert Inc
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This #AyurvedicHerb Can Improve College Students' #WellBeing Findings show #ashwagandha's therapeutic potential to positively impact well-being and support academic success of #collegestudents through increased energy, mental clarity, & quality of sleep: https://t.co/Teo5ZZdylT https://t.co/GNbh72010d

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Dr. LoBisco
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Study: shwagandha increased college students’ perceived well-being through supporting sustained energy, heightened mental clarity, and enhanced sleep quality, through a moderate dose of ashwagandha for the course of 30 days. https://t.co/YrESg3qZCI More: https://t.co/mUn2BRYQ8C

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Cristina Dragani
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A study of ashwagandha's effects on #stress and academic #performance found that college students who took ashwagandha for 30 days reported improved well-being, #energy, mental clarity, and #sleep quality. https://t.co/cCdJ5EctOC #supplements #HealthyLiving #Health https://t.co/7lxEX5dHq2

Jul 7, 2023 · 46 likes · 13 shares · 10,863 followers View post →
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Dr. LoBisco
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Study: shwagandha increased college students’ perceived well-being through supporting sustained energy, heightened mental clarity, and enhanced sleep quality, through a moderate dose of ashwagandha for the course of 30 days. https://t.co/YrESg3qZCI More: https://t.co/mUn2BRYQ8C

Nov 4, 2022 · 1 like · 968 followers View post →
Jess Kirby, PhD
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RT @DrLoBisco: New study that showed how the herb #ashwagandha lowered stress and assisted with sleep, mental clarity, and energy in a coll…

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Mary Ann Liebert Inc
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This #AyurvedicHerb Can Improve College Students' #WellBeing Findings show #ashwagandha's therapeutic potential to positively impact well-being and support academic success of #collegestudents through increased energy, mental clarity, & quality of sleep: https://t.co/Teo5ZZdylT https://t.co/GNbh72010d

Oct 7, 2022 · 1 like · 4,637 followers View post →
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Dr. LoBisco
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New study that showed how the herb #ashwagandha lowered stress and assisted with sleep, mental clarity, and energy in a college population! Great for supporting #mindbody, #sleep, #stress, and thyroid. https://t.co/TSyf532PnE https://t.co/qqeJ8B3v5n

Oct 6, 2022 · 2 likes · 3 shares · 968 followers View post →
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