Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Shataverins are steroidal saponins found in the roots of Asparagus racemosus, commonly known as Shatavari, an important herb in Ayurvedic medicine. Traditionally, Shatavari has been used for centuries to support female reproductive health, including the ovaries, menstrual regulation, fertility, and menopausal symptoms. The rationale in Ayurveda is that Shatavari acts as a "rasayana" (rejuvenative) for the female reproductive system, believed to nourish and balance hormones.

Scientific research into Shataverins themselves is limited, but some preclinical studies have demonstrated that extracts of Shatavari may influence reproductive hormones, show adaptogenic effects, and exert mild estrogenic activity in animal models. For example, a few studies have reported increased follicular development and modulation of FSH and LH levels in rodents. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and there is insufficient direct evidence linking Shataverins specifically to ovarian health in women.

In summary, the use of Shatavari (and by extension, Shataverins) for ovarian and general female reproductive support is rooted primarily in traditional use, with some preliminary supportive evidence from animal studies. The overall evidence is moderate when considering traditional use and weak to moderate from a scientific perspective, hence a rating of 3.

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