NutriRise Organic Ashwagandha Root Capsules with Black Pepper, 1300mg, Natural Stress & Mood, Thyroid, and Immune Support Supplement, Clarity, Focus & Energy, Gluten Free, 120 Count Review
NutriRise Organic Ashwagandha Root Capsules with Black Pepper, 1300mg, is listed as a 120 count bottle of capsules sold by NutriRise and shipped by Amazon. The listing states that each serving contains 1300mg of pure ashwagandha root powder, and that the formula is enhanced with organic black pepper, which the page says is scientifically shown to boost absorption by 2000 percent. The page presents the product as a root-only formula, stating that it contains only pure, organic ashwagandha root extract rather than leaves, and that it is free from harmful fillers or additives. NutriRise says it sources ashwagandha from certified organic farms in India and describes the product as made with organic, vegan, scientifically proven and third-party tested ingredients. The listing positions the supplement for stress management and mood support, calmness and clarity, restful sleep, hormone balance, thyroid support, cognitive function and focus, immune support, and daily energy and stamina. The page includes a legal disclaimer advising consultation with a healthcare provider before use, and states that the product is not a treatment, cure, or remedy for any health condition. Product details list the item form as capsule, the container as a bottle, the item weight as 4.48 ounces, the unit count as 120 count, the diet type as keto, paleo and vegan, and the material features as cruelty free, gluten free, natural, organic, plant based and vegan. The listing is available as a one-time purchase at $19.95 or through Subscribe and Save at $17.95 with the subscription discount, and the page also offers 60 count and 180 count sizes.
Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
Members3 human studies · 3 improved
Ashwagandha is the main ingredient here, at 1300 milligrams a day, above the 600 milligrams a day used in the studies. Note that the studies used a root extract, while the label lists organic ashwagandha root. Three placebo-controlled trials in men all found benefits for sexual health. In 100 healthy men aged 30 to 50, 300 milligrams of ashwagandha root extract twice daily for 8 weeks improved sexual desire, orgasm and sexual satisfaction scores compared with placebo, with no side effects reported [1]. In 76 healthy men of the same age, the same dose for 8 weeks improved sexual desire, satisfying sexual events and erection scores compared with placebo, again with no side effects reported [2]. In 50 men with lower sexual desire, the same dose for 8 weeks raised sexual function scores and testosterone compared with placebo, while prolactin did not change [3]. None of these studies reported how many men improved. The small amount of black pepper, 10 milligrams, has no human studies for this goal. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
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- In 100 healthy men aged 30-50, taking 300 mg of ashwagandha root extract twice daily for 8 weeks improved sexual desire, orgasm function and sexual satisfaction scores compared with placebo, with no adverse events reported.Efficacy and safety of eight-week therapy with Ashwagandha root extract in improvement of sexual health in healthy men: …
- In 76 healthy men aged 30-50, taking 300 mg of ashwagandha root extract twice daily for 8 weeks improved sexual desire scores, satisfying sexual events and overall erectile function scores compared with placebo, with no adverse events reported.Efficacy and safety of ashwagandha root extract on sexual health in healthy Men: a prospective, randomized, double-blind…
- In 50 men with lower sexual desire, taking 300 mg of ashwagandha root extract twice daily for 8 weeks raised sexual functioning scores and testosterone compared with placebo, while prolactin did not change.Effect of standardized root extract of ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) on well-being and sexual performance in adult ma…
Review Totals and Summary
Members56,626 reviews · 88% positive
Customer feedback for NutriRise Organic Ashwagandha Root Capsules with Black Pepper consistently highlights several qualitative themes centered around improved well-being and stress management. A prominent theme is the significant and consistent improvement in mood and a reduction in anxiety and stress levels. Many users report feeling a profound sense of calmness and emotional stability, even during demanding periods, attributing this to the supplement's adaptogenic properties. This often translates into a greater sense of overall well-being and a more positive outlook on daily life. Another frequently praised aspect is the enhancement of sleep quality. Customers repeatedly mention experiencing more restful and restorative sleep, which in turn contributes to increased energy levels and stamina throughout the day. Users often note a reduction in fatigue and a sustained boost in vitality, allowing them to feel more refreshed and capable. This improved energy is often described as a calm, steady energy rather than a jittery one, distinguishing it from stimulant-based products. The supplement is also frequently lauded for its positive impact on cognitive functions. Many customers report enhanced clarity, focus, and concentration, suggesting that the product acts as an effective nootropic. This allows users to maintain mental sharpness and productivity. The effectiveness of the product is often vouched for by individuals who have used it consistently over several months, indicating a sustained benefit rather than a temporary effect. Reviewers frequently express gratitude for the quality of the capsules and the tangible benefits they experience, with some even describing the product as a "game-changer" for their stress management and overall health. The feedback generally points to a highly effective product that delivers on its promises of natural stress relief, mood enhancement, and improved vitality.
Biohacker Summary
Members9 of 10 recommend it
Most of the panel recommends or uses ashwagandha, with six of ten recommending it, one using it, and three staying neutral. They take it mainly to lower cortisol, ease stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and support testosterone, and one panelist notes it may help stabilize mood. Doses given are 250 milligrams a day, 400 to 600 milligrams, and a range of 120 to 1,000 milligrams for at least six weeks, and two panelists favor standardized extracts rich in withanolides. Several advise cycling it, such as two weeks on and two weeks off, and cautions include avoiding it with low cortisol, possible irritability from raised testosterone in women, feeling emotionally numb, and one panelist who stopped after it caused a mouth sore; another calls the sleep data weak. Black pepper is a smaller ingredient in this product, and the panel mostly values it for helping the body absorb turmeric, though one notes some people are sensitive to it.
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Dr. Mark Hyman · Ashwagandha · recommends
- Lists ashwagandha as an herb that can help lower anxiety or depression symptoms.
- Recommends seasoning turmeric with black pepper to help the body absorb more nutrients.
- Notes that black pepper, along with gentle heat, improves the absorption of curcumin in Paleovalley's turmeric complex.
- Notes that there was a recent study on ashwagandha for sperm health, indicating it's an evolving area of research.
- Suggests trying ashwagandha, noting that some people respond to it, and recommends a dose of 400 to 600 mg.
- Recommends taking curcumin with black pepper, specifically piperine, because it increases the absorption of curcumin.
- Recommends adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha, particularly at night, rhodiola, lemon balm, and catclaw for stress relief.
- Recommends ashwagandha at night as an adaptogen to help with high cortisol and promote sleep for those who are tired and wired.
- Recommends ashwagandha, stating it can help convert T4 to T3, but advises ensuring a clear source and monitoring liver enzymes.
- Suggests adaptogens like rhodiola, ashwagandha, ginseng, and Siberian ginseng can be helpful for actively managing stress.
- States that Mosh protein bars contain ashwagandha to support a healthy brain.
- Recommends adaptogens like Ashwagandha if one has a lot of stress.
- States that ashwagandha can stimulate osteoblasts, which helps with bone building, especially for those with a genetic predisposition to low bone density.
- Uses black pepper with turmeric to activate curcumin.
Dr. Eric Berg · Ashwagandha · recommends
- Recommends ashwagandha, suggesting 250 milligrams per day over time to increase stress tolerance and help the cortisol receptor.
- Dr. Eric Berg recommends pairing black pepper with turmeric to improve curcumin absorption.
- Notes that black pepper aids in the absorption of Curcumin.
- Dr. Eric Berg recommends adding black pepper to eggs to support satiety, antioxidant potential, cardiovascular, and liver health.
- Rates Ashwagandha on a scale from 1 to 10.
- Recommends adding black pepper to food, especially when consuming turmeric, to increase absorption.
- Lists ground black pepper as one of the ingredients that makes a meal taste good.
- Dr. Berg recommends choosing real herbs and spices like black pepper as a simple place to start for a health-conscious diet.
- States that they added black pepper extract to a capsule with berberine, Ceylon cinnamon, alpha lipoic acid, and magnesium to enhance absorption for metabolism support.
- Lists ashwagandha as one of the best ways to lower luteinizing hormone, which goes too high as people age and is related to dementia.
- Notes that some people take ashwagandha or other adaptogens to help calm them down when they assume their problem is cortisol, and sometimes it works.
- States that taking ashwagandha on a regular basis can greatly help the adrenals.
- Recommends taking black pepper with turmeric because it helps the absorption of turmeric.
- Recommends Ashwagandha to help make the process of quitting coffee smoother.
Siim Land · Ashwagandha · recommends
- Recommends Ashwagandha for stress, sleep and performance, based primarily on human research, especially randomized controlled trials showing measurable benefits.
- Lists Ashwagandha as one of 15 supplements backed by human studies.
- Notes that Ashwagandha is one of several supplements with human evidence.
- States that ashwagandha, unless contaminated, is not going to raise liver enzymes.
- Stopped taking ashwagandha because it immediately caused a mouth sore.
- States that ashwagandha consistently reduces stress and anxiety in randomized controlled trials.
- States that Ashwagandha helps with testosterone primarily in stressed out or poor sleeping people.
- States that ashwagandha has strong evidence for increasing testosterone, mostly in stressed or infertile men.
- Mentions ashwagandha as an example of a testosterone-boosting supplement he has no interest in taking.
- Places Ashwagandha, specifically the KSM66 form, in the 'god tier' due to extensive research supporting its benefits for stress, sleep, testosterone production, estrogen, and even V2 max, while personally not experiencing any negative side effects some people report.
- Lists black pepper as an herb or spice that is high in oxalates.
- Adds black pepper to his autophagy-boosting cocktail to promote bioavailability and slow down digestion.
Thomas DeLauer · Ashwagandha · recommends
- Recommends ashwagandha extract, noting a study where 57 overweight men over 40 saw a 14.7% increase in testosterone and an 18% increase in DHEA over 16 weeks, suggesting it removes the cortisol block suppressing the entire hormonal cascade.
- Mentions ashwagandha as part of a full testosterone protocol, supporting production through different pathways.
- Recommends taking black pepper with curcumin to increase its bioavailability, as curcumin gets metabolized before it can do anything without it.
- Recommends mixing curcumin with black pepper (piperine) for general inflammation, as piperine inhibits the breakdown of curcumin, increasing its bioavailability by up to 2,000%.
- Recommends ashwagandha, noting it modulates the HPA axis and dropped cortisol by approximately 23% in 60 days, but advises cycling it, especially if feeling emotionally numb.
- Recommends black pepper with turmeric because its piperine blocks liver clearance, allowing curcumin to absorb and shut down inflammatory response.
- Black pepper makes curcumin actually absorb.
- Cautions against Ashwagandha due to its potential for emotional numbing effects.
- Recommends utilizing black pepper in cooking or as a piperine supplement to improve autophagy, which is cellular cleanup and recycling, and can attenuate mTor.
- Recommends black pepper with curcumin towards the end of a fast because it allows curcumin to activate and bind to keep one, changing its structure so NRF2 escapes, leading to a long carryover anti-inflammatory effect.
- Suggests ashwagandha at night to help regulate cortisol, but advises playing around with it as some people find it makes them feel weird.
- Recommends Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and Ginseng as adaptogens to help the body adapt to stress, bring cortisol levels back to homeostasis, and support heat shock proteins and stress chaperoning pathways, especially when in a caloric deficit.
- Recommends Ashwagandha in the evening time for its anti-cortisol effect, helping to regulate cortisol for better balance in the morning.
- Recommends ashwagandha as an adaptogen with a profound effect on cortisol, acknowledging that it can make some people feel numb but may still be helpful.
Ben Greenfield · Ashwagandha · neutral
- Ashwagandha, taken as 120–1,000 mg for at least 6 weeks, with most studies providing a dose of 400–600 mg/d, can lower cortisol levels, improve sleep quality, and enhance cognitive resilience for athletes during challenging phases consisting of high-volume resistance training.
- Notes that ashwagandha is an ingredient in MTE.
- Mentions Ashwagandha as a supplement people cycle through when still sleeping poorly, suggesting it might not be addressing the true sleep problem.
- Notes that ashwagandha is a nightshade herb, but it is taken as a supplement and not used for cooking.
- Advises watching out for black pepper, as it is eliminated in core AIP and many people are surprisingly sensitive to it.
- Recommends combining black pepper with Triphala and Himalayan pink salt as a powder to brush with, as it is astringent, drives up inflammation and infection in the gums, is refreshing, and prevents plaque.
- States that Ashwagandha helps regulate stress response and steady the nervous system, influencing biological systems tied to sleep quality.
- Has found that adaptogens like ashwagandha, taken about half an hour before using the Shift Wave, seem to enhance its effects on tuning up the nervous system. He also found it helped him and his co-founder achieve slower respiratory heart rate coherence.
- Rubbed the beef with black pepper before searing.
- Uses Ashwagandha, as part of IM8 Health, to quiet the stress response for sleep.
- Mentions ashwagandha as an herb that has more data than fruit tree leaves.
- Ben Greenfield notes that IM8 contains ashwagandha, an adaptogen, to help manage stress and support the immune system.
- Sometimes takes ashwagandha to help get back to sleep if he wakes up in the middle of the night.
- Mentions black pepper as something that can help with quelling tobacco/nicotine addiction.
Dave Asprey · Ashwagandha · neutral
- Dave Asprey notes that ashwagandha, when taken as a real standardized extract at a real dose, genuinely lowers cortisol and shows effects on stress and sleep quality in randomized trials, but lacks polysomnography data.
- Dave Asprey discusses ashwagandha as part of an adaptogen trio that works together for stress response and human performance.
- Mentions ashwagandha as an adaptogen in MTE that helps blunt the cortisol spike.
- Advises against ashwagandha for low cortisol, stating that salt and water are needed instead.
- Warns that ashwagandha can raise testosterone in women, causing irritability, and therefore needs to be cycled.
- Dave Asprey mentions ashwagandha as a supplement and cofactor that supports thyroid activation.
- Recommends ashwagandha as a cofactor that can help thyroid function, especially with conversion issues.
- Dave Asprey lists ashwagandha as part of a supplement stack that supports healthy hormone levels.
- Dave Asprey used to research black pepper extract but changed his mind about its use after a discussion with Christian DPO, who highlighted its downsides.
- Discusses ashwagandha as a common adaptogenic herb used by biohackers to deal with stress, noting it was banned in Denmark and can cause anhidonia and reduced ability to reach orgasm at higher doses.
- The episode discusses the dangers of chronic ashwagandha use.
- Dave Asprey states that black pepper is higher in aflatoxin and oxalate, neither of which is good for dogs.
- Dave Asprey warns against curcumin that comes with black pepper extract because studies show it pokes holes in the gut, allowing bacterial toxins to enter and cause inflammation, which is counterproductive to stopping inflammation.
- Recommends skipping black pepper when seasoning meals to avoid oxalates.
Peter Attia · Ashwagandha · neutral
- Peter reviews the evidence for select off-label medications and supplements commonly used for sleep, including glycine, magnesium, ashwagandha, and phosphatidylserine.
- Finds ashwagandha a little bit helpful for sleep, though notes it may not be for everyone.
- Finds ashwagandha "a little bit helpful" for sleep, but notes that it may not be for everyone.
- Finds ashwagandha a little bit helpful for sleep, but notes it may not be for everyone.
- States that the data for ashwagandha are weak.
- Discusses the current evidence for ashwagandha's effects on sleep, stress, and anxiety.
- Mentions ashwagandha as an evergreen shrub historically used in traditional Indian medicine for indications such as sleep, stress, and immune health.
- Mentions ashwagandha as something that can help with sleep in the setting of chronic stress and hypercortisolemia.
- Takes 600 mg of Solgar ashwagandha at night, having recently switched to this brand and returned to taking it after a previous hiatus.
- Takes 600 milligrams of ashwagandha at night, having recently switched to the Solgar brand and having returned to taking it after a long break.
Andrew Huberman · Ashwagandha · recommends
- He shares science-based tools for modulating aggression, including supplementation with ashwagandha.
- Warns that while ashwagandha is a potent inhibitor of cortisol, chronic supplementation for longer than two weeks can disrupt other hormone and neurotransmitter pathways, so it should be used with a two-week break after two weeks of use.
- Recommends avoiding bioavailable curcuminoids like black pepper extract if someone's DHT is already low or if they have somewhat insensitive androgen receptors.
- Recommends Ashwagandha as a supplement to reduce cortisol.
- Explains how to optimize hormone levels through supplements such as ashwagandha.
- Mentions ashwagandha as a potent commercial compound in supplement form that can be used to reduce chronic stress, especially late in the day, by significantly decreasing cortisol.
- Discusses Ashwagandha as a supplement to better manage stress.
- Uses ashwagandha when feeling particularly stressful to lower anxiety and cortisol, but does not take it year-round or on a regular basis.
- Takes ashwagandha for sleep.
- Recommends Ashwagandha as a good adaptogen, but advises cycling it if taking high doses due to potential issues with liver and thyroid.
- Warns that taking ashwagandha as a prophylactic or before training is counterproductive because it blunts cortisol, which can cause immunosuppression and suppress adaptation.
- States that black pepper extract, also known as BioPerine, is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor.
- Huberman states he avoids black pepper fruit extract (Bioperine) like the plague because it is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor and affects liver cytochrome, which he believes caused his negative experience with turmeric.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Ashwagandha · recommends
- Recommends Ashwagandha supplementation, specifically standardized for withanolides (KSM-66 at 5% or Sensoril at 10%), to indirectly boost testosterone by reducing cortisol levels, and also to improve anxiety, stress resilience, and sleep quality.
- Recommends ashwagandha, specifically patented extracts like Sensoril or KSM66 standardized to sufficient quantities of withanolides, for its indirect effect on testosterone by suppressing cortisol and stress response, which can be beneficial for anxious individuals and improve sleep.
- Is very bullish on Ashwagandha, citing meta-analyses showing improved lean mass, strength, sleep, and stress management. He notes it also raises testosterone but not enough to explain the lean mass changes.
- Discusses ashwagandha.
- Uses ashwagandha as a supplement to help with sleep.
- Adds black pepper to her turmeric tea because the piperine in it stops enzymes in the liver from clearing out polyphenols, thus extending their half-life.
- Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses curcumin & ashwagandha safety.
- His regular sleep supplements are glycine, ashwagandha, magnesium L-threonate, and magnesium oxide.
- She mentions that Peter Attia takes 600 milligrams of ashwagandha from Solgar.
Bryan Johnson · Ashwagandha · uses
- Drinks his Blueprint longevity mix with additional morning supplements, including ashwagandha.
- Adds black pepper to turmeric because a compound in pepper called piperine boosts the power of turmeric by slowing the breakdown of curcumin in the gut and liver, making its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and metabolic benefits last longer.
- States that Blueprint Ashwagandha can be used to stabilize mood.
- Mentions that Ashwagandha is included in the LA Longevity Mix, which condenses his 100 daily pills into a drink.
- Mentions ashwagandha as a potential therapy that could positively influence sperm health.
- Mentions ashwagandha as an ingredient in his 'bag of goodies', indicating he uses it.
- Takes ashwagandha for anti-anxiety, improved cortisol management, improved sleep, and increased testosterone.
- Uses Ashwagandha + Rhodiola for energy and stress support.
- Recommends Ashwagandha during the luteal phase to help reduce stress, balance hormones, reduce PMS related fatigue, and combat water retention and bloating, and also for stress and mood management in perimenopausal and menopausal women.
- Lists "Ashwagandha + Rhodiola" with "120mg" as part of his supplements, implying its use.
- During menopause, Bryan Johnson recommends adding ashwagandha based on individual needs.
RAL Summary
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MembersBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects
Body systems: Reproductive system, Endocrine system, Nervous system
Combine with: For enhanced male libido, consider combining Ashwagandha with supplements known to directly support testosterone levels and blood flow. Tongkat Ali or Fenugreek can synergistically work with Ashwagandha to optimize male hormone balance. Additionally, L-Arginine or L-Citrulline may help improve nitric oxide production, supporting healthy blood flow essential for sexual function. Zinc and Vitamin D are also crucial for male reproductive health and can complement Ashwagandha's benefits.
Possible side effects: No major side effects reported.
Supplement Facts
Organic Ashwagandha 1300 mg · Organic Black Pepper 10 mg
| Organic Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) (Root) | 1,300 mg | † |
| Organic Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) (Fruit) | 10 mg | † |
Other ingredients: Pullulan Capsules.
Directions: Take 2 veggie capsules once a day, 20-30 minutes before food or as directed by your healthcare professional.
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