Also known as” Indian ginseng”, Aswaghanda (withania somnifera) has been used by Asian Indian Cultures for more than 2,500 years. It’s called Indian ginseng because it’s used in ayurvedic a substance used in managing discomfort (TCM). This herb is also considered an adaptogen because it has the ability to aid the body in resisting different types of stress, being used primarily to relive fatigue and nervous tension, as well as aiding congnitive function, particularly memory. Aswaghanda is also believed to have aphrodisiac properties and to promote restful sleep. Similar to Rhoddiola, Aswaghanda’s adaptogenic properties seem to be attributable to its ability to regulate hormone production during stressful situations.