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Ashwagandha and Iron, a synergy.
Ashwagandha root contains natural iron and has been shown to support healthy iron levels and hemoglobin formation in traditional use.
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- Substances
- Ashwagandha and Iron
- Pair type
- Synergy
- Evidence (highest tier)
- Emerging
- Source citations
- 1 source
- Stack Score effect
- +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
- Scope
- Supplement × Supplement
- Last verified
- May 30, 2026
Synergy · Emerging evidence
Synergy
What is happening. Ashwagandha root contains natural iron and has been shown to support healthy iron levels and hemoglobin formation in traditional use.
Mechanism. Withania somnifera root extract has been shown to increase hemoglobin levels in clinical studies, possibly through iron content and erythropoiesis stimulation.
Recommendation. Ashwagandha may complement iron supplementation for mild iron deficiency, but is not a substitute for iron therapy in significant deficiency.
Sources (1)
- Raut A et al. Exploratory study to evaluate tolerability, safety, and activity of Ashwagandha in healthy volunteers. J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2012
Stack Score
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Effect on the composite score
If both Ashwagandha and Iron are in the same stack, this pair applies +2 to your Stack Score (per scored synergy row).
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