Ashwagandha is a popular herb in many natural health traditions. It is well known for its capacity as an adrenal tonic – that helps cope with stress and anxiety-like problems. Clinical studies have demonstrated that Ashwagandha can help to cut down the stress hormone (cortisol) by 30% and reduce anxiety by nearly 50% within 60 days of use.Arjuna. This herb is a powerful heart tonic that is commonly used in various cardiovascular conditions by traditional Ayurvedic physicians. A review of studies on the cardiac effect of the herb outlines that: Arjuna helps to prevent fibrosis and oxidative damage to the heart; it promotes activity of anti-oxidant enzymes when heart is under stress; additionally, anti-inflammatory activity of Arjuna prevents excessive injury. These actions have a tonic effect on the heart tissue, thus promoting healthy function of the heart muscle.