Ayurvedic

Shatavari

Also called: asparagus racemosus

A root of a wild asparagus used for women's health.

Why people take it
Breast milk supply, menopause, fertility.
What the evidence says
Very limited evidence.
How it is usually taken
Usually 500 mg to 1 g of root powder twice a day.
Be careful
Avoid with asparagus allergy. May act like oestrogen.
Medicines it can interact with
May affect diuretics and diabetes medicines.

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Common questions

What is Shatavari?

A root of a wild asparagus used for women's health.

Why do people take Shatavari?

Breast milk supply, menopause, fertility.

Does Shatavari work?

Very limited evidence.

How much Shatavari do people take?

Usually 500 mg to 1 g of root powder twice a day.

Is Shatavari safe?

Avoid with asparagus allergy. May act like oestrogen.

Does Shatavari interact with medicines?

May affect diuretics and diabetes medicines.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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