Ashwagandha, is it anabolic?

Ashwagandha is known as an “adaptogen”, meaning it helps the body to adapt to stress. It does this by helping to balance the hormones, including cortisol levels.

The stress hormone cortisol is known to be catabolic (break down muscle tissue) and can interfere with the anabolic (building up muscle tissue) effects of testosterone. By keeping cortisol levels in check, ashwagandha can help to promote a more anabolic environment in the body, which can be beneficial for those looking to build muscle mass. Additionally, ashwagandha has been shown to increase testosterone levels in men, which can also help with muscle growth.