Effects of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on mental health in adults: A systematic review and dose–response meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Current evidence suggests that ashwagandha supplementation holds promising potential in alleviating symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. However, to strengthen these findings and translate them into clinical recommendations, well-designed, high-quality trials are still needed to address existing heterogeneity and to establish the most effective dosages and intervention durations.
Authors
- Fahad Saad Alhodieb (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9294-9501)
- Moein Askarpour
- Saleh A. Alsanie
Institutions
- Qassim University (SA)
- Kerman University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Complementary Therapies in Medicine
- Published
- 2026-02-03
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2026.103325
- Primary Topic
- Phytochemicals and Medicinal Plants
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00