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Hormonal Modulation with Withania somnifera: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized-controlled Trials.

Planta medica·July 1, 2026·PMID 41740946

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Ashwagandha is widely used for stress and hormonal balance, but clinical evidence has been fragmented. This meta-analysis quantifies its effects on cortisol, serotonin, and testosterone, helping clinicians counsel patients on expected benefits and gender-specific responses.

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