is said to promote fertility and have a range of health benefits, particularly for the female reproductive system, such as hormonal imbalances and polycystic ovary syndrome.
A substance that boosts milk production during breast-feeding is called a galactagogue, and shatavari is commonly used for this purpose.
Shatavari supplements have also traditionally been used to combat anxiety and depression. No research has investigated these effects in humans, though studies suggest that the plant may have these effects in rats.
