Adaptogen
Shatavari
Also known as: 100 husbands, Asparagus racemosus, Queen of herbs, Satavar
C
Evidence
Ayurvedic adaptogen for women's health throughout life stages, hormonal balance, and vitality.
Primary uses
- Women's health
- Hormonal balance
- Fertility support
- Lactation
How it works
- Adaptogenic for women
- May support estrogen balance
- Traditional galactagogue
- Rejuvenative for female system
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-2000mg daily
- Timing
- Morning or divided
- With food
- Traditionally with milk or ghee
- Duration
- Long-term in Ayurveda
- Special populations
- Women seeking hormonal support, nursing mothers
Forms
- Powder
- Capsules
- With ghee/milk
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
- Allergic reaction (asparagus family)
Contraindications
- Asparagus allergy
- Kidney disease (diuretic)
- Hormone-sensitive cancers (unknown)
Evidence notes
Limited Western evidence, traditional Ayurvedic use
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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