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Blog / Ashwagandha: How the Sensationalized Supplement Truly Works

September 10, 2026 / WinSPIRE: Science in the News /

Users on TikTok claim that ashwagandha lowers stress levels, heightens gym performance, and improves sleep quality. But how does it work and is it really a miracle supplement?

This article is part of our WinSPIRE Science in the News series. Authors: Saffron Khotil and Arely Urieta-Rivera

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