Immunity Series: Part 4 – Ashwagandha

Relieve Stress and Inflammation for Increased Immunity

How Does Our Immune System Work? 

The immune system is responsible for creating antibodies to protect the body from foreign invaders, like viruses and bacteria. These antibodies attach to antigens on the surface of the invader, marking it for destruction.

The History of Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb that has been used for more than 3,000 years to relieve stress, increase energy levels, and increase immunity.  Many of its benefits are attributed to its high concentration of withanolides, which have been shown to fight inflammation. Ashwagandha has been attributed to lowering blood sugar levels, containing anti-cancer properties, reducing cortisol levels, and reducing stress and anxiety.  

Inflammation and Immunity

Inflammation within the body has a direct correlation with decreased immune system functionality.   Inflammation occurs when tissues are injured by bacteria, trauma, or toxins.  The damaged cells release chemicals, which cause blood vessels to leak fluid into the tissues and lead to swelling.  

Inflammation slows down the immune system and renders it less effective.  Studies in humans have found that Ashwagandha increases the activity of Natural Killer Cells, which are immune cells that fight infection and help you stay healthy.

Stress and Immunity

Stress reduces the immune system’s ability to fight off antigens, thus allowing bacteria and viruses into our body with the inability to fend them off.  

Ashwagandha Increases Muscle Mass & Strength

Research has shown that Ashwagandha may increase strength and improve body composition.  

Our Healthy Truth Ashwagandha Products

  • Healthy Truth Go Pro
    • Healthy Truth Go Pro is a proprietary blend of pea protein, sacha inchi protein, and brown rice protein.  It contains a complete amino acid profile and is easily assimilable by the body, hypoallergenic, and anti-bloating.  The blend also contains maca (adaptogen), Ashwagandha (adaptogen, stress reliever, immunity builder, improves body composition and increases strength), and inulin (prebiotic).  
  • Healthy Truth Go Green
    • Healthy Truth Go Green blend is a powerhouse of 15 immunity-boosting super powders, including Ashwagandha, spirulina, moringa, chlorella, matcha, and barley grass. One scoop and your immune system are off and running to combat bacteria, viruses, and other antigens.  
  • Ashwagandha Powder
    • We also have Ashwagandha Powder available in bulk. Please inquire at info@healthytruth.com for pricing and details.

Shop our ashwagandha products from Healthy Truth online today and start boosting your immunity!