“So-called because of its ability to adapt to the body’s needs — whether they be physical, mental, or emotional — ashwagandha is classed as an adaptogenic plant,” explains nutritional therapist at Wild Nutrition, Sasha Parkin. In agreement, Registered Nutritional Therapist Sandrine Olmi explains that high-quality ashwagandha has adaptogenic properties, meaning it works in harmony with your body’s needs. She adds that several studies presented benefits of high-quality ashwagandha in fertility problems, sleep quantity and quality, anxiety, metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance and diabetes, cognitive function and memory (visual memory, reaction time, psychomotor speed, and executive functioning), and obsessive-compulsive disorders.