Benefits of Ashwagandha: Amid increasing cases of stroke in Gorakhpur, Ayurvedic medicine Ashwagandha is being considered useful as an adjunct treatment. According to Professor Abhay of the Botany Department of Gorakhpur University, there are two types of stroke. Hemorrhagic and ischemic. In hemorrhagic stroke, bleeding occurs due to rupture of a brain vein, whereas in ischemic stroke, blood circulation stops due to blood clot formation. In both situations, oxygen does not reach the brain and the patient may become paralyzed. According to the professor, consumption of Ashwagandha in controlled quantity and as per doctor’s advice can help in rebuilding neurons. This strengthens the brain cells and can help in recovery. However, stroke treatment is necessary only under the supervision of a doctor.