https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articles › PMC5833251

Withania somnifera (WS) also known as ashwagandha is a well-known medicinal plant used in traditional medicine in many countries for infertility treatment. The present study was aimed at systemically reviewing therapeutic effects of WS on the reproductive system.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 29277366

In this review, we will discuss the role of herbal medicines in male infertility; provide a detailed analysis of various human and animal studies involving Withania somnifera; describe a proposed direct oxidative mechanism involving mitigation of oxidative stress as well as an indirect mechanism consisting of a gamma-aminobutyric acid-like ...

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articles › PMC3136684

The reduction of stress level and improvement in male factor fertility as a result of treatment with W. somnifera, offer direct evidence in favor of stress as a cause of male infertility. Second, life style has a great deal to do with overall mental and general health.

https://www.sciencedirect.com › science › article › pii › S0944711317301721

The most commonly proposed mechanism of action of W. somnifera in treating male infertility is reduction of oxidative stress, which could collectively lead to improved semen parameters, balance of serum reproductive hormone levels, and seminal plasma of antioxidant vitamins (Ahmad et al., 2010, Mahdi et al., 2011, Shukla et al., 2011 ...

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 30466985

Background: Withania somnifera Dunal, commonly known as Indian ginseng, has been in use since ancient times as anti-stress agent, aphrodisiac, for impotence and infertility treatment. Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of W. somnifera treatment in infertile men.

https://www.sciencedirect.com › science › article › abs › pii › S1472648317306259

Withania somnifera is reported to have several beneficial effects on male fertility, but its mode of action based on reports from human and animal studies has not yet been properly documented.

https://www.healthline.com › health › does-ashwagandha-make-you-fertile

Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic herb with the potential to enhance fertility. It may also help alleviate stress, boost energy, and improve immunity. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a popular...