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Strong Support
Scientists tested whether an herb called ashwagandha helps young men who don't work out build muscle or get stronger, but they only studied men ages 18-50 for 8 weeks, so we don't know if it works for women, older adults, athletes, or if taking it longer makes any difference.
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Examining the effect of Withania somnifera supplementation on muscle strength and recovery: a randomized controlled trial
Randomized Controlled Trial
Human
2015The study only tested ashwagandha on young, untrained men doing resistance training for 8 weeks. It didn't test it on women, older adults, already-trained athletes, or for longer periods. The claim correctly points out these limitations, so the study supports what the claim says we don't know.
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