The recent ban of ashwagandha in Denmark has started many discussions. The herb has been used for a long time in traditional medicine but now faces new safety concerns. A 2024 study by Chaturvedi and Patwardhan looks at whether this ban was based on good science or if it missed important points. The herb is important in Ayurvedic medicine & many people still believe in its benefits. This situation makes us think about how we judge traditional herbs in modern times. We need to look at both the scientific proof and the long history of using these remedies. The Danish decision might affect how other countries deal with natural supplements in the future. This literature review explores the reasons behind the ban and what it means for herbal medicine around the world.

A review by James Shmagranoff 

Chaturvedi, S., & Patwardhan, B. (2024). Danish ban on Ashwagandha: Truth, evidence, ethics, and regulations. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine

Introduction

The 2024 study “Danish ban on Ashwagandha: Truth, evidence, ethics, and regulations” emerges at the intersection of traditional medicine, regulatory policy, and scientific scrutiny. Authored by Indian researchers Sarika Chaturvedi and Bhushan Patwardhan, the paper critically examines Denmark’s controversial decision to ban ashwagandha—a herb reve…

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