Research
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
9 peer-reviewed studies curated from PubMed and Semantic Scholar.
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Efficacy and safety of Shatavari root extract in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of Shatavari root extract in women with PCOS over 12 weeks. Shatavari significantly reduced psychological stress and increased endometrial thickness compared to placebo, with no serious adverse events reported.
Shatavari (Willd) root extract for postpartum lactation: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study assessed the safety and effectiveness of Shatavari root extract on lactation in postpartum women. The study found that Shatavari significantly improved time to breast fullness, milk volume, and maternal satisfaction with lactation compared to placebo, with no adverse events reported.
A StandardizedRoot Extract Improves Hormonal Balance and Menstrual Health and Reduces Vasomotor Symptoms in Perimenopausal Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study.
RCT of 50 perimenopausal women evaluating the effects of CL22205, a standardized root extract of Shatavari, on perimenopausal symptoms. The extract significantly reduced menopausal rating scale scores, hot flash scores, and improved menstrual symptoms, hormonal balance, and skin and hair quality over 120 days.
Shatavari supplementation in postmenopausal women alters the skeletal muscle proteome and pathways involved in training adaptation.
Randomized double-blind trial of shatavari supplementation in postmenopausal women, examining its effects on skeletal muscle proteome and pathways involved in training adaptation. Proteomic analysis indicated significant upregulation of pathways related to integrin/MAPK signalling, metabolism, and cell proliferation, suggesting shatavari may support muscle adaptation responses to exercise.
Shatavari Supplementation in Postmenopausal Women Improves Handgrip Strength and IncreasesMyosin Regulatory Light Chain Phosphorylation but Does Not Alter Markers of Bone Turnover.
Randomized double-blind trial of 20 postmenopausal women comparing shatavari supplementation to placebo for 6 weeks. Shatavari improved handgrip strength and increased myosin regulatory light chain phosphorylation, indicating enhanced muscle function. No effect on plasma markers of bone turnover was observed.
Randomized controlled trial of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) as a lactogogue in lactational inadequacy.
RCT investigating the use of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) as a lactogogue in cases of lactational inadequacy.
Ayurveda-based Botanicals as Therapeutic Adjuvants in Paclitaxel-induced Myelosuppression
Animal study on the effects of Asparagus racemosus and Withania somnifera extracts as adjuvants to counter paclitaxel-induced myelosuppression in mice. The extracts normalized leukocyte and neutrophil counts and reduced morbidity scores, indicating potential as therapeutic adjuvants in cancer management.
Effect of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) on gastric emptying time in normal healthy volunteers.
RCT comparing the effect of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) and metoclopramide on gastric emptying time in 8 healthy male volunteers. Shatavari reduced gastric emptying half-time from 159.9 to 101 minutes, similar to the effect of metoclopramide.
Queen of all herbs (Asparagus racemosus): an assessment of its botany, conventional utilization, phytochemistry and pharmacology
Narrative review of Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), highlighting its importance in Ayurveda and its various medicinal properties. The paper discusses its bioactive constituents and its use in treating a wide range of ailments, including enhancing immunity, reducing inflammation, and supporting women's health.