Uses and Benefits of Ginseng
Ginseng is a slow growing perennial herb native to the mountainous area of north eastern China, Korea and far eastern regions of Russia. Ginseng is a protected herb in China and Russia: exporting ginseng seeds is banned in China, and harvesting wild ginseng is illegal in Russia. Natural white ginseng is often steam- processed to produce "red ginseng" with different, higher medicinal potency.
It is also used for chemotherapy, diabetes and radiation protection, colds, chest problems, to aid in sleep, and to stimulate the appetite.
Siberian ginseng is a distinct plant with different active chemical components. Prized for its ability to restore vigor, increase longevity, enhance overall health, and stimulate both a good memory and a healthy appetite, it is widely used in Russia to help the body adapt to stressful conditions and to enhance productivity.
North American White Ginseng (Panax quinquefolium) is believed to give a cooling effect to the body.This cooling, energy giving, endurance enhancing factor is believed to be the most beneficial for our fast paced, stressful world.
Ginseng is the most famous Chinese herb. Various forms of ginseng have been used in medicine for more than 7000 years.
Ginseng contains vitamins A, B-6 and the mineral Zinc, which aids in the production of thymic hormones, necessary for the functioning of the defense system. These steroid-like ingredients provide the adaptogenic properties that enable ginseng to balance and counter the effects of stress.
Studies done in China showed that ginsenosides also increase protein synthesis and activity of neurotransmitters in the brain. Ginseng is used to restore memory, and enhance concentration and cognitive abilities, which may be impaired by improper blood supply to the brain.
Animal studies have shown that ginseng extracts stimulate the production of interferons, increase natural killer cell activity, lower cholesterol and decrease triglyceride levels. Men have used the herb to improve sexual function and remedy impotence. Ginseng is believed to increase estrogen levels in women and is used to treat menopausal symptoms.
Korean White Ginseng is an adaptogen having yang properties and an arousing and stimulating metabolic effect on the central nervous system, blood, head, and brain vessels. It may benefit blood sugar levels, histamine levels, inflammation, stress levels, physical and mental abilities, impotency, anemia, artery hardening, depression, diabetes, ulcers, edema, immune and lung function, appetite, libido and may offer protection against radiation exposure and easement of cocaine withdrawal.
It is used to reduce the effects of stress, improve performance, boost energy levels, enhance memory, and stimulate the immune system. Oriental medicine has deemed ginseng a necessary element in all their best prescriptions, and regards it as prevention and a cure. It is said to remove both bodily and mental fatigue, cure pulmonary complaints, dissolve tumors and reduce the effects of age.
Korean Red Ginseng is also known by the names Asian Ginseng, Asiatic Ginger, and Chinese Ginseng. Used for centuries in China, Korean Red Ginseng was believed to be and anti-aging herb. By equalizing the system levels in the body, Korean Red Ginseng has been used to lower cholesterol, balance the metabolism, increase energy levels, and stimulate the immune system.
Native North Americans considered it one of their most sacred herbs and add it to many herbal formulas to make them more potent. The roots can live for over 100 years.
Ginseng helps to maintain excellent body functions. Siberian ginseng has been shown to increase energy, stamina, and help the body resist environmental toxins and viral infections. Research has shown specific effects that support the central nervous system, liver function, lung function and circulatory system.
Benefits
- reduce the effects of stress
- boost energy levels
- assists with mental and body fatigue
Ginseng is believed to increase estrogen levels in women and is used to treat menopausal symptoms.
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