Ashwagandha may be sold as powder, capsules, or extracts and can be found in some herbal shops. The key issue is quality and standardization. If withanolide content, heavy-metal/pesticide testing, and label accuracy are unclear, quality can vary. Prefer products with transparent labeling, reputable manufacturers, and ideally batch testing. “Natural” does not automatically mean “safe,” especially if you use medications. Quality control matters as much as the ingredient itself.