CellWell record HH-0975
Dual impact of Ashwagandha: Significant cortisol reduction but no effects on perceived stress -- A systematic review and meta-analysis
Albalawi AA
Nutrition and Health ยท 2025
In plain language
Meta-analysis of RCTs (n=488) found ashwagandha supplementation significantly reduced cortisol levels but did not significantly improve perceived stress scores compared with placebo.
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- Meta-analysis
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