Ashwagandha root can be used for many things, for example, it is said to boost brain function, lower blood sugar, and help fight anxiety and depression. It has been used for over 3,000 years to relieve stress, increase energy levels, and improve concentration. Herbalism is the ancient art of using the energies and medicines locked away in plants to help relieve discomfort from, or even cure, millions of conditions. Every part of plants can come in handy, ranging from mandrake root to rose petals and wild lettuce, and each provide their own advantages depending on botanical nature of the plant.