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India’s Ashwagandha Leaf Ban Sparks Debate Over Safety, Science, and Supply Chain

The Government of India's directive banning ashwagandha leaves is igniting debate across the nutraceutical industry, pitting traditional use, modern science, and global supply chains against each other.
May 5, 2026
Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

The Government of India's restriction on ashwagandha leaves in nutritional supplements is sparking industry debate. Experts weigh safety, science, and supply chain impacts of the root-only directive.


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Ashwagandha root and leaves showing regulatory differences after India bans leaf use in supplements and foods

Government of India Prohibits Ashwagandha Leaves in Supplements and Foods, Tightens Enforcement on Adulteration

Regulators call for use of only ashwagandha root and root extracts only, citing safety and adulteration concerns with leaves.
April 28, 2026
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

India’s Ministry of Ayush and Food Safety and Standards Authority of India have issued aligned directives prohibiting ashwagandha leaves in supplements and foods, reinforcing root-only use, mandating plant-part labeling, and stepping up enforcement after years of non-compliance.


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