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Taking ashwagandha supplements while weight training helps men build more muscle strength - they could lift about 46 kg more on bench press vs 26 kg more with placebo
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Examining the effect of Withania somnifera supplementation on muscle strength and recovery: a randomized controlled trial
Randomized Controlled Trial
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2015This study gave men either ashwagandha pills (300mg twice daily) or fake pills while they did weight training for 8 weeks. The men taking ashwagandha gained about 46 kg on their bench press, while the men taking fake pills only gained about 26 kg - exactly matching what the claim says.
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