Withania (Ashwagandha)

Nature’s Sunshine Withania is the only powdered whole Withania (Ashwagandha) root product available in the Australian market. It uses powdered whole root rather than a highly concentrated or standardised extract.

The root is simply dried, powdered and conveniently encapsulated, retaining the naturally occurring constituents found across the whole herb and staying true to the way Withania has traditionally been used in Ayurvedic medicine.

Rather than concentrating one particular compound for a smaller dose, Nature’s Sunshine provides 355 mg of whole Withania root per capsule, with the recommended dosage designed to provide a meaningful amount of the herb based on its traditional use.

Withania has a long history of traditional use in Ayurvedic medicine as a rejuvenative tonic and to help the body adapt to stress.

It’s a straightforward, single-herb formula for those looking for a traditional whole-herb approach to Withania.

Whole root. Traditional approach. Simply Withania.

Nature’s Sunshine Withania can be taken as directed on the label when you’re looking for the traditional benefits of Withania

For the recommended dose and timing, always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Withania can be part of your ongoing wellness routine.

Nature’s Sunshine Withania can be taken daily and for ongoing use, as directed on the label.

If you have any concerns about long-term use, speak with your healthcare professional.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

The main difference is how the Withania root is processed and concentrated.

Whole Withania root powder is made by drying and grinding the root into a fine powder. This provides the naturally occurring combination of plant compounds found throughout the whole root and closely reflects the traditional Ayurvedic use of Withania. Because it isn’t concentrated, whole-root powder is generally taken in larger amounts.

A standardised extract undergoes additional processing to concentrate particular
constituents, often withanolides, to a specified level. This allows a smaller amount of extract to provide a consistent concentration of these selected compounds.

Nature’s Sunshine takes the traditional whole-herb approach, providing 355 mg of pure Withania root powder per capsule. The recommended multiple-capsule dosage provides a meaningful amount of whole root consistent with the way the herb has traditionally been used.Nature’s Sunshine takes the traditional whole-herb approach, providing 355 mg of pure Withania root powder per capsule. The recommended multiple-capsule dosage provides a meaningful amount of whole root consistent with the way the herb has traditionally been used.

Because it’s whole Withania root – not a highly concentrated extract.

Nature’s Sunshine uses 355 mg of powdered whole Withania (Ashwagandha) root per capsule. As a whole-herb powder, it is not concentrated in the same way as many standardised extracts, so a larger amount is needed to provide a meaningful traditional dose.

Withania has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, where the whole root has traditionally been consumed in gram quantities rather than the smaller milligram amounts commonly seen with concentrated extracts.

That’s why Nature’s Sunshine recommends 3 capsules, three times daily with meals. This provides approximately 3.2 g of whole Withania root per day, reflecting the traditional whole-herb approach to dosing.

It may mean taking more capsules, but there’s a reason: we don’t reduce the amount simply to create a convenient one-a-day dose. Our focus is on providing whole Withania root at a meaningful dose based on its traditional use.

Withania and Ashwagandha are names for the same herb – Withania somnifera.

When Nature’s Sunshine introduced this product to our Australian range in 2008, Withania was the common name we chose for the herb and the most appropriate name for our product at the time.

Over the years, the traditional Ayurvedic name Ashwagandha has become much more widely recognised by consumers, particularly as the herb has grown in popularity. However, our Withania formula has remained a trusted favourite in the Nature’s Sunshine range, with many long-term customers continuing to know and love it as Withania.

So, if you’re looking for Ashwagandha and see Nature’s Sunshine Withania, don’t be confused – it’s the same botanical herb, Withania somnifera, just under the name our customers have known for years.

No. Nature’s Sunshine Withania is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

No. Nature’s Sunshine Withania is an adults-only product and is not recommended for people under 18 years of age.

If you are taking prescription medications, talk to your healthcare professional before using Nature’s Sunshine Withania.

Take Withania at least 2 hours apart from prescription medications, unless otherwise advised by your healthcare professional.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

No. Nature’s Sunshine Withania is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans, as the capsules are made from bovine-derived gelatin.

The capsules are Halal certified.

Nature’s Sunshine Withania contains minimal excipients to support the manufacture of the product.

The formula contains magnesium stearate, cellulose and silicon dioxide as excipients alongside the herbal ingredients.

Whole-herb formula. Minimal excipients.