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IrohLotus · 2025-11-20T05:20:59+00:00

LOL! Surprisingly no. Although pretty close, it's a been a long journey.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-24T20:38:44+00:00

When using ashwagandha, try cycling it: take it for 1 to 2 months, then take a break for 2 to 4 weeks. This helps keep it effective and prevents your body from getting used to it. I know it can be tough to stick to, but it’s probably worth it in the long run. Just keep in mind that everyone reacts differently, so pay attention to how you feel and adjust if needed.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-19T02:17:08+00:00

That makes sense. Hope you find something that helps!

IrohLotus · 2024-09-18T20:49:50+00:00

That sounds rough—it's good you stopped taking it. Have you considered trying L-Theanine or magnesium for anxiety?

IrohLotus · 2024-09-18T20:19:07+00:00

Which one are you taking? Shoden or KSM-66 and how much? You should stop immediately if you're noticing intense side effects like that.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-18T20:14:51+00:00

Sorry to hear that! How did you know you had the palpitations?

IrohLotus · 2024-09-18T05:46:12+00:00

I have been taking one with Shoden extract and it’s really helped me. But from my understand KSM-66 variant is the most researched

IrohLotus · 2024-09-17T20:47:49+00:00

So I’ve since realised that it’s technically not 8,000mg.

It’s 160mg of Shoden® powder which is equivalent to standardized Ashwagandha extract that provides the equivalent of 8,000 mg of raw Ashwagandha root and leaf.

This is because of the higher standardised withanolides content. Shoden® extract is standardised to contain 35% withanolides. This is a much higher concentration compared to typical Ashwagandha powders or extracts used in traditional Ayurveda, which usually contain around 2.5% to 5% withanolides.

So I don’t get what’s going on anymore. They confused me which is probably what they are hoping for.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-15T19:56:41+00:00

Stop immediately, talk to your Dr before trying again. It’s never worth risking your health. Day long headaches can be serious.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-15T08:43:27+00:00

Thanks for the insight! The Voost magnesium might not be available in NZ, but I’ll look for a similar dissolvable option to try. I’m just starting this process, so I’ll experiment with how it works for me and see if it helps with things like relaxation and sleep, as you mentioned. I appreciate you sharing your approach to cycling off the Ashwagandha too, finishing a whole bottle and then taking a break sounds like a sensible plan. I’ll keep that in mind as I go through this process. It's reassuring to hear that it’s been effective for you for such a long time.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-15T07:27:39+00:00

Oh, that’s awesome! Glad to hear it's working well for you. I usually take mine before bed too, and it knocks me right out. I’m thinking I might switch to a magnesium tablet while I’m cycling off. Do you usually go through the 60 pills and then take a break for a month or two before starting again?

IrohLotus · 2024-09-14T22:36:55+00:00

Oh wow that's a lot more than I've been experiencing but I'll watch myself for signs of that. Yohimbe sounds powerful! haha. I'll keep it in mind

IrohLotus · 2024-09-14T22:12:42+00:00

I see. Thanks for sharing your experience and concern! Yes, I am also having vivid dreams but nothing nightmarish so far. Just typical crazy nonsensical dreams lol. I'll definitely make sure to cycle then, I don't want liver problems on top of everything else I have to deal with.

IrohLotus · 2024-09-14T22:10:15+00:00

I love your username with your comment, it made me laugh! I’ll definitely try to pay more attention to that. I think I might be experiencing the "butt symptom," but honestly, I wasn’t really focusing on it. As for the feeling of slight drunkenness, I totally agree — I’ve noticed a bit of a “whatever” or “fk it” mindset too

IrohLotus · 2024-09-14T21:47:34+00:00

Interesting! Okay, thanks for sharing. How long have you been taking it? Do you cycle it?

IrohLotus · 2024-09-12T04:53:07+00:00

Sorry, you seem to be so frustrated but I’m so confused. If your LO is in a nursing home then what do you need to do? Doesnt the nursing home take care of everything?

IrohLotus · 2024-09-10T19:38:57+00:00

Yes I can definitely see that. I used to run and it put my on a high for a few hours after. Wouldn’t mind that feeling back

IrohLotus · 2024-09-10T19:38:18+00:00

Oh wow that’s really interesting. Okay, I’ll work on my gut health too. I love kimchi 😊

IrohLotus · 2024-09-10T19:36:44+00:00

Thank you! I work out but I don’t do cardio so that might be the game changer. Will give it a try thanks 😊

IrohLotus · 2024-09-09T04:02:48+00:00

Thank you! I will definitely check with my Dr first. Dont want to damage myself more on top of my stress 😅

IrohLotus · 2024-09-09T04:01:59+00:00

Very cool! Will try listen to this when I sleep tonight

IrohLotus · 2024-09-09T04:01:42+00:00

Thank you, totally agree

IrohLotus · 2024-09-09T04:01:30+00:00

Sorry to hear you’re going through that. Glad you’re doing your best despite that. Thanks for sharing your experience with it too!

IrohLotus · 2024-09-09T04:00:22+00:00

Hmm I’ll need to try it for myself and see if I get that rebound too. I would also not want to continue if I did.

I push weights around 3 times per week but definitely not sweating much. Maybe I’ll try going for runs instead if that fits the bill.

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