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Jul 18 14 tweets 4 min read Read on X
The most clinically studied adaptogen on Earth:

Ashwagandha.

It lowers cortisol, boosts testosterone, and improves sleep quality.

Here’s why it works (& how to take it properly)🧵:
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen.

That means it helps your body respond to physical and psychological stress.

In multiple human trials, it significantly reduced cortisol.

Lower cortisol = less belly fat, anxiety, and burnout.
In one 60-day study:

- Cortisol dropped by 27%
- Stress scores dropped by 44%
- Participants reported better mood, energy, and libido

Ashwagandha didn’t mask symptoms...

It changed their baseline stress response.
But its benefits go beyond stress.

Ashwagandha has been shown to:

- Increase testosterone in men
- Improve sperm count and motility
- Boost strength and recovery during training

And it’s not subtle:
In one double-blind trial on resistance-trained men:

- Testosterone increased by 15%
- Muscle strength improved in both bench and leg press
- Body fat percentage dropped

All from 600mg daily use of Ashwagandha.

Here's a study done on how it helps sleep:
I found these organic Ashwagandha capsules.

They're high quality, 100% natural, and have over 7000 positive reviews.

If you want to try it, here's a credible source:
amazon.com/dp/B019ET27BC?…
Another study showed that Ashwagandha improved sleep as effectively as some prescription aids.

Participants fell asleep faster, slept deeper, and woke up less during the night.

This wasn’t placebo. It was measured brainwave improvement.
But here’s the problem:

Most people use the wrong dose, wrong form, wrong timing.

And they quit too early.

Ashwagandha only works when you treat it like a clinical compound, not a casual supplement.
How to take it:

- Dose: 600mg daily
- Best time: Afternoon or evening
- Format: Capsules or powder
- Cycle: 4–6 weeks on, 1–2 weeks off

This is how you get the benefits without burning out your system.

Here's what doesn't work:
If you want to try it but don't want to take capsules..

Here's a great, high quality source of organic Ashwagandha root powder.

Check it out:
amazon.com/dp/B00GDINIZC?…
What doesn't work:

- Inconsistent use
- “Proprietary blends” with low dosages
- Taking it for 1 week and expecting magic

If the label doesn’t show the extract and/or dose clearly... skip it.

Here's who should avoid it:
This thread includes affiliate links. I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you).

Above all, it's created to provide value and help improve your health.

Informational purposes only, not medical advice.
Talk to your doctor before starting any new health routine.
Who should avoid it?

- Pregnant women
- People on thyroid meds (it can lower TSH)
- Anyone with autoimmune conditions—consult your doctor

It’s safe for most, but it’s not candy.

Respect the compound.
I hope this helps you become a stronger, healthier, version of yourself.

If you liked this, follow @LeddyLLC for more health tips!

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