SRI-81™ Shatavari Plus: Q+A

Head of Nutrition Isabelle Nunn talks all things SRI-81™ Shatavari and why this 3,000 year old secret is your Ayurvedic ally for life. 

1. Let’s start with the basics: what actually is Shatavari?

Shatavari is an adaptogenic herb. Known as the Queen of Herbs, it has been traditionally used by women for thousands of years to support them through life’s key transitions. In Ayurveda, Shatavari is classified as a rasayana which is a category of herbs used to support long term vitality, resilience and tissue nourishment.

2. Why is Shatavari called the “Queen of Herbs”?

The title reflects its centuries held status as a tonic for women’s health and one that can be used throughout their lives, supporting them from adolescence to menopause and beyond. 

3. Why is Shatavari gaining attention in modern women’s wellness? 

Shatavari combines Ayurvedic tradition with emerging scientific validation. Rich in naturally active constituents (also referred to as phytochemicals), Shatavari has had a resurgence of popularity. Long recognised as a lifelong, trusted ally for women across all life stages, it now comes with the added reassurance of multiple robust clinical trials to confirm its efficacy and value for women’s health. 

 

4. What are the benefits of Shatavari for women? 

The beauty of this remarkable botanical is its relevance across all stages of womanhood, supporting women through the full arc of hormonal change. 

• Adolescence 

• Reproductive years 

• Postpartum and lactation 

• Perimenopause and menopause 

5. Can Shatavari support sexual wellbeing? 

The SRI-81™ Shatavari ingredient is scientifically tested for sexual wellness, showing a 30% increase in desire. A sexual wellness study revealed a 64% improvement in satisfaction in eight weeks. Read our studies here.

6. Does Shatavari increase breastmilk? 

Shatavari has traditionally been used by lactating women in Ayurvedic practice for over 3,000 years. In a scientific study of SRI-81 Shatavari, women experienced increased milk volume and a faster onset of breast fullness, as well as noting improvements in maternal wellbeing.  Read our studies here.

7. Is Shatavari safe for breastfeeding? 

Yes, SRI-81™ is currently the only Shatavari root extract studied for its safety, tolerance and noticeable improvements on lactation within 72 hours, as indicated in wellbeing and happiness scores among mothers. Discover more on our scientific study page.

8. Can Shatavari help hormonal conditions like PCOS?  

SRI-81™ Shatavari extract is scientifically shown to support PCOS, largely attributed to its shatavarins, which support hormonal balance, modulating estrogen activity, and ovarian function.  Read our studies here.

9. How can Shatavari help with menopause? 

Shatavari is an adaptogenic botanical that offers scientifically backed support for the female endocrine system. Traditionally valued in Ayurvedic practice, its bioactive compounds have been shown to help ease commonly experienced symptoms during the menopause transition. The benefits have been captured long into peri and menopause, with studies discovering up to 45% improvement in mood, including fatigue and tension, and a 45% reduction in overall menopause symptoms after two months.

 

10. What makes the SRI-81 extract unique? 

SRI-81™ Shatavari is the world’s first root-only extract developed after many years of research, innovation and precision. Aligned with Ayurveda, it is produced using green chemistry free from harsh solvents and standardized to over 10% total Shatavarins (by HPLC) for assured purity and potency. It has 27 quality certifications, 5 published gold-standard studies with 5 more underway.

11. How do you take Shatavari? 

Traditionally, Shatavari was ground into a powder and mixed into warm milk, but 1 capsule a day proves to be a more convenient format. Plus, you get the reassurance of consistent dosing. You can take SRI-81 Shatavari Plus at any time of day, with or without food. 

12. Is Shatavari safe?

Shatavari has a long history of traditional use and is generally considered well-tolerated. In scientific studies, daily doses of 300mg demonstrate good safety; however, it’s not recommended if you’re pregnant. If you’re in any doubt about its suitability, or if you are taking any prescribed medications, please book a free consultation with one of our expert nutritional therapists. 

13. Can you take Shatavari every day? 

Yes, you can. 

14. Who might benefit from taking Shatavari? 

Shatavari is commonly used by women seeking support for hormonal balance, fertility, breastfeeding or menopausal wellbeing. It may be helpful in every decade of life - please book in a free consultation with our nutrition team if you’d like to find out more about how it may benefit your health. 

15. Why is Zinc added to this Shatavari? 

Zinc enhances the positive effect of Shatavari. It contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood. It also contributes to normal fertility, DNA synthesis, cell division and reproduction as well as contributing to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

16. Can I take Shatavari with Ashwagandha? 

Yes you can take both. However, we recommend trialling our adaptogens one at a time as each offers a therapeutic dose.  So, if you’re new to either, start with one for a week or two before adding in the second. If you'd like to take both, our recommendation is 1 capsule of the KSM-66® Ashwagandha (or 2-3 of the KSM-66 Ashwagandha gummies) and 1 capsule of the SRI-81™ Shatavari each day. If you have any questions about this, our expert team of nutritional therapists can advise.

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