Ashwagandha extract is a herbal supplement that is derived from the root of the ashwagandha plant, which is native to India and other parts of Asia. Ashwagandha extract has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Unani, and African medicine for various purposes, such as stress relief, anxiety reduction, sleep improvement, cognitive enhancement, immune support, and fertility. Ashwagandha extract contains several bioactive compounds, mainly withanolides and alkaloids, that have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adaptogenic, and neuroprotective effects.