Shatavari

Asparagus Racemosa

Shatavari has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years as one of the most important of all herbs for female health.

In Sanskrit the word Shatavari literally means ‘the plant of one hundred roots’ which has been translated into ‘she who has one hundred husbands’– reflecting the boundless reserves that it gives a woman.

It is also known as the ‘Queen of Herbs’ because of it’s reputation for promoting love and devotion.

In Ayurvedic medicine, Shatavari has been traditionally used by women for overall health and vitality and as an aphrodisiac.  Ayurvedic medicine does not view menopause as a problem but as phase of life and shatavari enhances a woman’s ability to cope with the major changes that occur during menopause.

In modern practice, Shatavari is also considered to regulate hormonal levels. It is used for libido, menstrual irregularities and to combat menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings.
It’s demulcent action may restore the dry membranes of the vagina.

Several animal studies have confirmed Shatavari’s effectiveness against stress.  It is an adaptogenic herb.  That is, it helps the body cope more effectively by enhancing the capacity to adapt more appropriately to stressful situations.

Cautions and Contra-indications.
Safety in pregnancy not established.