General Dosage
300-600mg standardized root extract daily
Maximum dose: 600mg standardized extract daily (higher doses not well-studied)
Ashwagandha Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 300-600mg standardized root extract daily
Timing: With meals; split into morning and evening doses for anxiety • Take with food for best absorption.
Dosage by Condition
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Stress/anxiety | 300mg KSM-66 twice daily | Strong |
| Sleep | 300mg Sensoril before bed | Moderate |
| Testosterone | 600mg KSM-66 daily | Moderate |
| Exercise performance | 300-600mg daily | Moderate |
Upper limit: 600mg standardized extract daily (higher doses not well-studied)
Timing & Absorption
With meals; split into morning and evening doses for anxiety
Best taken with food for optimal absorption.
References
- Pratte MA, Nanavati KB, Young V, Morley CP (2014). An Alternative Treatment for Anxiety: A Systematic Review of Human Trial Results Reported for the Ayurvedic Herb Ashwagandha. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. DOI PubMed
- Lopresti AL, Smith SJ, Malvi H, Kodgule R (2019). An investigation into the stress-relieving and pharmacological actions of an ashwagandha extract. Medicine. DOI PubMed