This plant is one of the best-known Rasayana (rejuvenating) aids in Ayurveda. Ashwagandha is one of the few soothing, adaptogenic plants. Ashwagandha supports the body in case of: • Anxiety and nervous system disorders • Insomnia • Mild obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) • Joint inflammation • And stimulates the thyroid gland The ashwagandha root effectively fights various joint inflammations, especially when you eliminate flour and sugar from your diet. Additionally, ashwagandha stimulates the thyroid function.