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AOR AOR - Gandha-600 600 mg, 240 vcaps

AOR Gandha-600 - Standardized Ashwagandha (withania somnifera), a plant widely used in Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of ancient India. Considered the "Indian Ginseng", ashwagandha is valued for its adaptogenic properties, supporting immune and liver function as well as the body's nonspecific adaptive response to environmental stress. Ashwagandha appears to work first and foremost by reducing the stress-related excesses of the alarmed nervous system.

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $49.18 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Adaptogen support: Herbs traditionally used to help the body adapt to everyday stress.
Steady energy: Supports balanced energy without the spike and the crash.
Calm focus: Helps you stay even through demanding days.

Best suited to: wants a single-ingredient ashwagandha without extra fillers, already takes other supplements and wants to add just one active, dealing with ongoing daily stress rather than acute anxiety.

What the research supports

Each capsule is 600 mg of ashwagandha root, taken once daily. The 240-capsule bottle lasts eight months.

Stress studies typically use 300 to 600 mg of ashwagandha a day.

Stress (evidence: moderate, from randomized controlled trial): Ashwagandha blunts the body's cortisol response to daily stressors, the hormone that keeps you keyed up. Trials at 300 to 600 mg for 8 weeks show lower stress scores and morning cortisol than placebo.
Sleep (evidence: moderate, from randomized controlled trial): The same drop in stress hormones that eases daytime tension also makes it easier to wind down at night. Adults with mild sleep trouble fell asleep faster and slept better after 6 to 8 weeks of daily use.
Strength (evidence: limited, from small randomized trial): Lower stress hormones may leave more resources for muscle to recover between workouts. A handful of small resistance-training studies report modest strength gains, but the evidence here is thinner than for stress or sleep.

Read the literature: Stress on PubMed, Sleep on PubMed, Strength on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

Wants a single-ingredient ashwagandha without extra fillers: The capsule contains only ashwagandha root plus minimal binding agents, no blended herbs to dilute the dose.
Already takes other supplements and wants to add just one active: 600 mg once daily is a simple addition that doesn't require stacking multiple capsules to hit a working dose.
Dealing with ongoing daily stress rather than acute anxiety: Ashwagandha's traditional and studied use is for the body's nonspecific adaptive response to stress over weeks, not immediate calming.

Look elsewhere if

Needs fast, in-the-moment calming before a stressful event: L-theanine at 200 mg, which works within the hour. Ashwagandha builds over four to eight weeks of daily use and does nothing for the twenty minutes before you walk in.
Pregnant or trying to conceive: Ashwagandha is generally avoided in pregnancy, so this isn't the product to reach for regardless of dose.
Wants a formula with a guaranteed withanolide percentage: Look for an extract labelled with a specific standardization, such as 5% withanolides, since this panel lists only the raw milligram amount.
Looking for immediate anxiety relief within the hour: Ashwagandha builds its effect over four to eight weeks of daily use, so something like L-theanine or a fast-acting calming aid suits same-day needs better.

What to expect

Most people using ashwagandha daily report a gradual easing of stress-related tension and better sleep quality over four to eight weeks, not an immediate calming effect. There's nothing to feel in the first few days, this is a cumulative, background-acting supplement.

How it compares

Compared with a lower-dose ashwagandha blend combined with other adaptogens: This gives a full 600 mg of ashwagandha alone in every capsule, so you know exactly how much of the active you're getting without guessing at a blend's breakdown. The tradeoff: You don't get the potential added support of other adaptogens like rhodiola or holy basil that combination formulas include.

Product details

Active ingredient: Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera)
Ingredient form: vcaps
Strength: 600 mg
Servings per container: 240
Suggested use: Take 1 capsule daily with/without food, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Country of manufacture: Canada
Independent testing: ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications: Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Brand: AOR

How to take it

Take 1 capsule daily with/without food, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Each vegetable capsule contains

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera): 600 mg

Non-medicinal ingredients

Sodium stearyl fumarate and sodium benzoate, hypromellose.

Free from

Contains no wheat, gluten, corn, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sulphites, mustard, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct. Vegan, non-GMO.

Interactions and cautions

Medications: May interact with thyroid, sedative or immune medication. Review with your practitioner.
Timing: Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General: Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - Gandha-600

Is this the genuine, authentic product?: Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?: We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?: Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?: You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.