About Shatavari
An Ayurvedic root (Asparagus racemosus) used as a female reproductive tonic and galactagogue. Most evidence is traditional or from small/animal studies; rigorous human RCTs are limited. ⚠️ Phytoestrogenic — use caution in estrogen-sensitive conditions (breast/uterine cancer, endometriosis, fibroids); avoid with asparagus allergy.
What Shatavari supports
- Ayurvedic tonic for female reproductive health
How much Shatavari to take
The RDA prevents deficiency. The effective range is what clinical trials used to actually move the outcome.
Effective
500–3000
mg
Traditional Ayurvedic dose ~500 mg to 3 g/day; no established clinical dose.
Clinical evidence
Limited clinical evidence. Traditional and animal data; limited human RCTs
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