{"product_id":"st-francis-ashwagandha-12-1-extract-60-capsules","title":"St. Francis Ashwagandha Capsules 300mg, KSM-66 Ashwagandha 12:1 Extract, Support for Anxiety, Nervousness, Insomnia","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSt. Francis Ashwagandha KSM-66 Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt. Francis Ashwagandha 300mg\u003c\/strong\u003e uses KSM-66, the most clinically researched ashwagandha extract on the market. Each vegetable capsule contains 300mg of certified organic, full-spectrum 12:1 extract — the equivalent of 3,600mg of raw ashwagandha root, standardized to minimum 5% withanolides (the active compounds). KSM-66 is a high-concentration root-only extract (no leaves or stems), water-extracted without alcohol or chemical solvents. Made by a respected Canadian herbal brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e | Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSt. Francis Herb Farm (Canadian)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshwagandha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mg KSM-66 (12:1 extract = 3,600mg raw equivalent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandardization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 5% withanolides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertified organic root only (no leaf or stem)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based, no alcohol or chemical solvents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 capsules; 72 capsules bonus size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan, vegetarian capsule, certified organic, gluten-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 capsules daily with food, ideally consistent timing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho St. Francis Ashwagandha KSM-66 Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults dealing with chronic stress, work pressure, or burnout wanting natural adaptogenic support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with anxiety or nervousness looking for an evidence-based, non-drowsy daytime option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone struggling with sleep onset due to a busy mind (KSM-66 has clinical research on sleep quality)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen interested in healthy testosterone support — KSM-66 has the strongest research for this use among ashwagandha extracts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAthletes and active adults using ashwagandha for recovery, strength, and endurance support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who want the most-researched form of ashwagandha, not a generic dried root powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid ashwagandha. Anyone with hyperthyroid conditions, autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, rheumatoid arthritis), or taking immunosuppressants, thyroid medication, sedatives, or benzodiazepines should consult their healthcare practitioner first. Stop use 2 weeks before scheduled surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Francis Ashwagandha is a daily adaptogen supplement that supports the body’s resilience to everyday stress. It features KSM-66, a well-studied form of ashwagandha root extract, in a certified organic formula. The vegetable capsules are non-drowsy, making them suitable for daytime use, and the product comes from a Canadian brand that specializes in herbal supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow St. Francis Ashwagandha KSM-66 Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKSM-66 vs Sensoril (the Other Major Branded Ashwagandha)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are well-studied branded extracts but with different profiles. KSM-66 is a high-concentration root-only extract, water-extracted, with research focused on stress, anxiety, sleep, testosterone, and athletic performance. Sensoril uses root and leaf, with higher withanolide content per mg and research focused more on stress and sleep. KSM-66 is generally the more energizing daytime choice; Sensoril leans more sedating and is often used closer to bedtime. Different tools for slightly different goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSt. Francis KSM-66 vs Generic Ashwagandha Powder\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneric ashwagandha root powder is the lowest-cost option but with significant variability — no standardization to withanolide content, no clinical research backing, and quality varies widely between manufacturers. St. Francis KSM-66 gives you a measured, standardized dose of the form actually studied in research. If you're taking ashwagandha seriously (daily, for stress or performance goals), the standardized version is the sensible choice. If you just want to try the herb casually, generic powder is a lower-cost entry point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSt. Francis KSM-66 vs Multi-Adaptogen Blends\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-adaptogen blends combine ashwagandha with rhodiola, holy basil, eleuthero, or others for broader stress support — useful if you want one product covering multiple bases. St. Francis goes deep on one ingredient at the clinically researched dose, which is the better fit if ashwagandha specifically is what you want or if you're already taking other adaptogens separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSt. Francis KSM-66 vs Pro Destress \/ GABA Formulas\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro Destress-style formulas (L-theanine, GABA, holy basil) work fast — within 30–60 minutes — for acute stressful moments. Ashwagandha is an adaptogen that builds up over 2–8 weeks of daily use to shift your baseline stress response. Many people take both: ashwagandha daily for the long-term shift, plus a fast-acting formula on particularly stressful days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat KSM-66 Actually Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptogen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ashwagandha helps your body adapt to physical and mental stress — cortisol-modulating rather than stimulant or sedative. KSM-66 has been studied for measurable cortisol reduction in chronically stressed adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStress and anxiety.\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple human clinical trials show improvements in perceived stress scores and anxiety measures with 300–600mg KSM-66 daily over 8–12 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleep quality.\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies show KSM-66 improves sleep onset, total sleep time, and sleep quality — without being a sedative. It works by reducing the stress response that keeps people awake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTestosterone (men).\u003c\/strong\u003e KSM-66 has the strongest research among ashwagandha extracts for supporting healthy testosterone levels and male reproductive health in adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and recovery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Research shows improvements in muscle strength, recovery, and endurance with daily KSM-66 use in resistance-trained adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilds over weeks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptogens don't work like caffeine or sedatives — most effects build over 2–8 weeks of consistent daily use. Plan to take it daily, not just on stressful days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1–2 capsules daily with food, ideally at the same time each day. Most clinical studies use 300–600mg KSM-66 daily over 8–12 weeks. Consistency matters more than timing — morning, evening, or split is fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (avoid during pregnancy), have a hyperthyroid condition, autoimmune disease, take thyroid medication, immunosuppressants, sedatives, benzodiazepines, or blood pressure medication. Stop use 2 weeks before scheduled surgery. Discontinue if you experience digestive discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between KSM-66 and regular ashwagandha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKSM-66 is a branded, standardized extract with most of the published clinical research behind it — a 12:1 concentration of certified organic root only, water-extracted. Regular ashwagandha is typically dried root powder with no standardization, meaning withanolide content (the active compounds) varies widely between batches and brands.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it make me drowsy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKSM-66 is generally non-sedating and can be taken in the morning. Unlike sleep aids or sedatives, it works by reducing your stress response over time rather than slowing you down acutely. Some people who are very stressed find it has a calming effect early on; that usually evens out as your nervous system rebalances.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow long until I notice effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMost people notice some changes in stress response, sleep, or mood within 2–4 weeks. Full effects from clinical studies typically build over 8–12 weeks of daily use. Don't expect immediate results like with caffeine or a benzodiazepine — adaptogens work gradually.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I cycle ashwagandha or take it indefinitely?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMost clinical studies have been 8–12 weeks. Some practitioners recommend cycling (e.g. 3 months on, 1 month off) for long-term use. Others have people on it continuously. There's no consensus — cycling is a reasonable approach but not strictly required. Consult your practitioner for guidance specific to your goals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with my SSRI or anti-anxiety medication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTalk to your healthcare practitioner first. Ashwagandha can interact with sedatives and benzodiazepines, and may have effects on mood-related pathways. It's often used alongside conventional treatment but coordination with your practitioner is important.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for men with low testosterone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eKSM-66 has the strongest research among ashwagandha extracts for supporting healthy testosterone in adult men. It's a natural support, not a replacement for medical evaluation — if you have actual diagnosed low T, work with your healthcare practitioner on a full plan that may or may not include ashwagandha alongside other interventions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e — most adults are below ideal levels; supports stress and sleep alongside ashwagandha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-d\"\u003eVitamin D\u003c\/a\u003e — low D is associated with low mood and immune issues; daily essential for Canadians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/b-complex\"\u003eB-Complex\u003c\/a\u003e — stress depletes B vitamins; supports energy and nervous system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/zinc\"\u003eZinc\u003c\/a\u003e — supports testosterone production in men, immune function for everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/ashwagandha\"\u003eAll Ashwagandha Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/adaptogens\"\u003eAll Adaptogens\u003c\/a\u003e — rhodiola, holy basil, eleuthero, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/anxiety-and-stress-aids\"\u003eStress \u0026amp; Anxiety Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/sleep-aids\"\u003eSleep Support\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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