Ashwagandha vs Magnesium

for stress

Stronger evidence: tie

Stronger effect: Magnesium

Safety: Ashwagandha has the more serious interaction profile (moderate vs minor).

For stress, the two are evidence-matched; the difference is in effect and safety.

grade C low certainty

small reduction in perceived stress in short trials

grade C low certainty

may modestly reduce subjective anxiety/stress, esp. in deficiency

200–400 mg, adults

sources: PMID:00000012 · PMID:20000101