Ashwagandha pour Cortisol-Related Weight Gain

Q: Does Ashwagandha help with Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

Based on 12 studies with 700 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Ashwagandha may support Cortisol-Related Weight Gain management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).

Q: How much Ashwagandha should I take for Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 600 mg at bedtime. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

Q: Are there side effects of Ashwagandha?

Reported side effects may include Drowsiness, GI discomfort, Rare liver injury at very high doses, Thyroid hormone changes. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.

Q: How strong is the evidence for Ashwagandha and Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 12 peer-reviewed studies with 700 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

B Preuves Au moins un essai randomisé le soutient, avec des résultats globalement concordants.

Systematic review of 12 RCTs found significant cortisol reduction (27.9% in key study). An 8-week RCT (n=52) found reductions in body weight by 3.0% and BMI by 3.0% in chronically stressed adults. Ashwagandha addresses cortisol-driven visceral fat accumulation.

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Key Study Findings

RCT n=90 12 weeks Double-blind

A New Ashwagandha Formulation (Zenroot™) Alleviates Stress and Anxiety Symptoms While Improving Mood and Sleep …

Dose: 125 mg Zenroot (Ashwagandha with 1.5% total withanolides) daily vs: Placebo Effet: None < 0.05

Review

Can Ashwagandha Benefit the Endocrine System?-A Review.

Dose: None vs: Placebo Effet: None None

Key Statistics

Études

700

Participants

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Positive

Note

Referenced Papers

A New Ashwagandha Formulation (Zenroot™) Alleviates Stress and Anxiety Symptoms While Improving Mood and Sleep Quality: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled … RCT

Advances in therapy 2025

Can Ashwagandha Benefit the Endocrine System?-A Review. Review

International journal of … 2023 43 citations

GABA-modulating phytomedicines for anxiety: A systematic review of preclinical and clinical evidence. Systematic Review

Phytotherapy research : … 2018 95 citations

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Posologies couramment utilisées

sleep:: 600 mg at bedtime
general:: 300-600 mg/day KSM-66 standardized extract
stresscortisol:: 600 mg/day

Limite supérieure : 1,200 mg/day; rare liver injury cases at very high or prolonged doses

Posologies étudiées dans la recherche

Posologie	Durée	Effet	N
125 mg Zenroot (Ashwagandha with 1.5% total withanolides) daily	12 weeks	Positive	90
None	--	Positive	--

Moment optimal de prise : Morning for energy/cortisol; evening for sleep; with meals

Safety & Side Effects

Effets indésirables signalés

⚠ Drowsiness
⚠ GI discomfort
⚠ Rare liver injury at very high doses
⚠ Thyroid hormone changes

Interactions connues

● Thyroid medications (may increase thyroid hormone levels)
● Sedatives (additive drowsiness)
● Immunosuppressants (may stimulate immune system)
● Diabetes medications (may lower blood sugar)

Apport maximal tolérable : 1,200 mg/day; rare liver injury cases at very high or prolonged doses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ashwagandha help with Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

Based on 12 studies with 700 participants, there is moderate evidence from clinical studies that Ashwagandha may support Cortisol-Related Weight Gain management. Our evidence grade is B (Good Evidence).

How much Ashwagandha should I take for Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 600 mg at bedtime. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.

Are there side effects of Ashwagandha?

Reported side effects may include Drowsiness, GI discomfort, Rare liver injury at very high doses, Thyroid hormone changes. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.

How strong is the evidence for Ashwagandha and Cortisol-Related Weight Gain?

We rate the evidence as Grade B (Good Evidence). This rating is based on 12 peer-reviewed studies with 700 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

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Verdict rapide

Systematic review of 12 RCTs found significant cortisol reduction (27.9% in key study). An 8-week RCT (n=52) found reductions in body weight by 3.0% and BMI by 3.0% in chronically …

Evidence Strength72%

High confidence

Synthèse des études

RCT (1)Meta (0)Other (11)

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References

[1] Manasvi Mahadevan et al.. Adv Ther. 2025. A New Ashwagandha Formulation (Zenroot™) Alleviates Stress and Anxiety Symptoms While Improving Mood and Sleep Quality: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled … doi:10.1007/s12325-025-03327-z PubMed
[2] Michał Wiciński et al.. Int J Mol Sci. 2023. Can Ashwagandha Benefit the Endocrine System?-A Review. doi:10.3390/ijms242216513 PubMed
[3] Karen Savage et al.. Phytother Res. 2018. GABA-modulating phytomedicines for anxiety: A systematic review of preclinical and clinical evidence. doi:10.1002/ptr.5940 PubMed

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