Meet Ashwagandha: Nature’s Balance-Boosting Botanical

Woman meditating with hands clasped, head bowed, wearing The Big Chill™ Calm Patch infused with Ashwagandha.

Once you get your head around how to say it (it's ash-wuh-gahn-duh, by the way), Ashwagandha becomes a wellness superstar you won’t want to miss. Known as an adaptogen (that’s a fancy word for a natural herb that helps your body cope with stress), Ashwagandha has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine, and it’s having a major modern moment.

But what does it actually do, and why is everyone talking about it now?

5 Reasons to Love Ashwagandha

1. Your Calm Companion

Ashwagandha may help the body manage stress more effectively by modulating cortisol levels - the hormone linked to your stress response.¹

2. Steady, Natural Energy

Research suggests Ashwagandha may improve stamina, support endurance, and reduce fatigue over time.²

3. Mind + Mood Support

Ashwagandha has been shown to enhance cognitive function and lift mood, great for focus, clarity, and emotional balance.³

4. Immune System Ally

It may also support immune system modulation, helping your body stay balanced and resilient.⁴

5. Hormone Harmony

Studies have shown Ashwagandha may support hormonal balance, making it a go-to for both stress and cycle support.⁵

Rooted in Tradition. Backed by Science.

Ashwagandha isn’t just the latest wellness trend, it has a 3,000+ year history as a rejuvenating tonic in Ayurvedic medicine. The name itself means “smell of a horse,” referring to the strength and vitality it was believed to impart.

Now, with dozens of clinical studies backing its benefits, Ashwagandha has earned its place in modern wellness routines.

Find It in The Big Chill™ Calm Patch

At Patch Love, we’ve harnessed the brilliance of Ashwagandha into our Calm Patch: The Big Chill™. Featuring our exclusive AshwaCalm™ Blend, this formula combines the stress-busting benefits of Ashwagandha with other soothing botanicals and gentle aromatherapy.

Want to see how ashwagandha fits into a full stress-support routine? Read our Calm Patch Guide for everything you need to know.

Not sure which patch is for you? Take our quiz to get your personal patch recommendation. 

References:

  1. Della Porta M, et al. Effects of Withania somnifera on Cortisol Levels in Stressed Human Subjects: A Systematic Review. Nutrients. 2023;15(24):5015.

  2. Puttaswamy N, et al. Efficacy of Ashwagandha Extract (ASVAMAN®) on Energy and Endurance: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study. Eur J Med Health Sci. 2025;7(2):88–93.

  3. Leonard M, et al. Acute and Repeated Ashwagandha Supplementation Improves Markers of Cognitive Function and Mood. Nutrients. 2024;16(12):1813.

  4. Tharakan A, et al. Immunomodulatory Effect of Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) Extract: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled Trial. J Clin Med. 2021;10(16):3644. 

  5. Puttaswamy N, et al. Efficacy of Ashwagandha Extract (ASVAMAN®) on Energy and Endurance: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study. Eur J Med Health Sci. 2025;7(2):88–93.