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Types of Shatavari: Forms & Bioavailability

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Forms Comparison

FormBioavailabilityBest For
Standardized Root ExtractModerate-HighGeneral supplementation — standardized to saponins
Root Powder (churna)ModerateTraditional Ayurvedic use — mixed with milk or ghee
Liquid Extract/TinctureModerate-HighQuick absorption — traditional preparation in medicated ghee or honey

Standardized Root Extract

Bioavailability: Moderate-High. Best for: General supplementation — standardized to saponins.

Root Powder (churna)

Bioavailability: Moderate. Best for: Traditional Ayurvedic use — mixed with milk or ghee.

Liquid Extract/Tincture

Bioavailability: Moderate-High. Best for: Quick absorption — traditional preparation in medicated ghee or honey.

References

  1. (). Plant profile, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari): A review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease. DOI
  2. (). Immunomodulatory activity of Asparagus racemosus on systemic Th1/Th2 immunity. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. DOI