Herbal hope: ashwagandha supplement put to the test for weight loss and stress relief

NCT ID NCT07215455

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: SF Research Institute, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a daily 300 mg dose of KSM66 ashwagandha root extract can help overweight and obese adults manage their weight and stress. Fifty participants took either the supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in body weight, BMI, and perceived stress levels to see if the herb makes a real difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Ashwagandha root extract (KSM66)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement option for supporting weight management and reducing stress in overweight adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. As a dietary supplement, effects are likely modest and not a substitute for diet and exercise.

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STRESS WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

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San Francisco Research Institute

San Francisco, California, 94132, United States

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