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"What is Ashwagandha? Ashwagandha powder is made from the roots of the Withania Somnifera plant. The plant is found throughout Africa, the Mediterranean, South Asia and Mauritius. Ashwagandha is also called Indian ginseng, it has been used for centuries as a powder for good or better health. Health benefits Ashwagandha has anti-stress, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains alkaloids, choline, fatty acids, amino acids and sugars. It also contains powerful antioxidants that may have healthy benefits, including lowering cholesterol, strengthening the immune system and increasing muscle mass. Use of Ashwagandha The Ashwagandha has a mild but slightly bitter taste. It can be used both internally and externally. It is mainly used as a food supplement and as a functional ingredient in food and drinks."

Natural dye are not only having dyeing property but also having the wide range of medicinal properties.Nowdays, fortunately , there is increasing awareness among people towards natural dyes and also functional food and drink. Due to not toxic properties , less side effect , more medicinal value,natural dye are use in food and drink .Crocin of saffron the most valuable products used in functional products as coloring and flavoring agent. This properties are basically related to food grade crocin thate have crocin,picrocrocin and safranal..