ByDr. Brennan Commerford, D.C.·Last reviewed: July 2026
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Shoden Ashwagandha: verification pending

We’re confirming the science for this compound before we publish a form ranking. Our team reviews every ranked page against peer-reviewed absorption data — this one is still under review, so we are not showing a score yet.

Check back soon. Rankings are reviewed by Dr. Brennan Commerford, D.C.

References

  1. Human crossover PK: a 35% withanolide-glycoside ashwagandha extract (Shoden specification) showed substantially higher per-gram withanolide absorption (AUC roughly 118 to 268-fold greater) than 2.5%, 5%, and 10% standardized extracts. PubMed
  2. A randomized placebo-controlled trial reported that a standardized 35% withanolide-glycoside ashwagandha extract (Shoden) was associated with lower stress and anxiety scores versus placebo. PubMed
  3. Human crossover PK: a 35% withanolide-glycoside extract was reported as roughly 280-fold more bioavailable per mg than a 2.5% withanolide extract. PubMed
  4. A randomized placebo-controlled trial reported that a standardized ashwagandha extract (Shoden, 120 mg daily) was associated with improved sleep-quality scores versus placebo. PubMed
  5. A randomized placebo-controlled trial reported that a standardized ashwagandha extract (Shoden, 240 mg daily) was associated with lower anxiety scores and morning cortisol versus placebo. PubMed

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