Ginseng is known as a “adaptogen” as it can help the body to adapt to any physiological stress. Ginseng root has the ability to restore equilibrium to the body by either stimulating or dampening certain biochemical process that are out of synch due to stress factors. There are two main varieties of ginseng- Siberian ginseng and Chinese/Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng).
Effective for:
Siberian ginseng:
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Stabilizes blood sugar
- Strengthen immune system
- Anti aging
- Anti cancer
- Anti fatigue
- Anti stress
- Diabetes
- Immune system enhancement
- Liver health and detoxification
- Menopause
- Mental and physical stamina
- Reproductive system enhancement
Ginseng supplements comes in a powered root form, liquid extract and pills (solid extract). The powdered root form may not be standardized where as the pills or liquid extract have the concentration of ginseng standardized and consistent.
Recommended Dose:
- Sibereian ginseng – Thrice daily: dried root 2-4 gm or fluid extract(1:1) 2-4 ml or solid extract 100-200 mg.
- Panax ginseng- Thrice daily: dried root 2-6 gm or solid extract 100-200 mg
Side effects and precautions:
- High doses can cause insomnia, irritability, melancholy and anxiety.
- Should not be used by pregnant or lactating women.
- Should not be used by people with hypoglycemia, high blood pressure, heart disorders, asthma.
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