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Ginseng Fast Facts
- Number of species: 11
- Panax: Greek for "all heal" http://healthproducts.kelvinkau.com/gins...
- Growing ginseng: Typically grows in cooler climates; loamy, well drained soils; needs 70-80% shade http://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/AFCM/...
- Most commonly used species: Panax ginseng, Panax quinquefoliusMayoClinic.com: Ginseng
- Part of plant used: Root
- Preparations: Extracts, crystals, powders, granules, sugared slices, whole dried roots http://www.hort.purdue.edu/newcrop/AFCM/...
- Recommended ginseng dosage, long-term: Should not exceed 1 gram dry root per day, divided into various intervals during the day http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ginseng...
- Dosage for athletes: 400 mg dried root powder per day
- Panax ginseng tea preparation: 3 g fresh root or 1.5 g dried root in 5 ounces of water, steep in boling water for up to 15 minutes and strain. May take for 3-4 times daily for up to 4 weeks
- Recommended duration of treatment': Treatment periods last for 2-4 weeks and a break of 1-2 weeks is recommended afterwards.
- Premature ejaculation: 0.2 g of SS cream applied to the skin http://www.pehomepage.com/Treating-PE/Cr...
- Precautions: Do not use Panax ginseng' if you have high blood pressure or a heart condition
- First cultivated: 16th Century in Korea http://www.florahealth.com/flora/home/Ca...
- Mode of action: It has effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, causing increased levels of plasma corticotropin and corticosteroids. http://www.pacificcollege.edu/acupunctur...
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A Natural Remedy for Fatigue
Traditional Chinese medicine has valued the health benefits of ginseng roots for over 2,000 years.MayoClinic.com: Ginseng Panax ginseng, which is also known as [[Asia|Asian] ginseng, is one of the most understood and utilized species of ginseng. This slow growing perennial has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as an herbal remedy to combat fatigue and weakness. It takes about 5 years for a plant to produce roots that are ready for harvest. Ginseng is classified as an adaptogen, which means it increases the body's resistance to stress. American Family Physician: Panax ginseng (October 15. 2003) It is also used as an aphrodisiac and for erectile dysfunction. P. Sandroni. 2006. Aphrodisiacs Past and Present: A Historical View. Clin. Autonomic Res. 11:303-307 Wild American ginseng, Panax quinquefolius, was was discovered in American in 1716. Asian ginseng is noted to elicit more of a yang, or warming, effect, while American ginseng has a cooling, or yin effect.
Siberian ginseng, Eleutherococcus senticosus is different from Panx ginseng pharmacologically and it is from another botanical family. http://www.naturalstandard.com/index-abstract.asp?create-abstract=/monographs/herbssupplements/ginseng.asp It does not have the active principles, known as ginsenosides, that are found in Panax. http://www.ginsengfaq.com/GinsengTips/25.php These plants do contain eleutherosides which may function like steroid hormones. There appears to be immune-boosting capacity in those who take this herb. http://www.cancer.org/docroot/ETO/content/ETO_5_3x_Siberian_Ginseng.asp
You will find on this page general information about the ginseng herb, specific information about ginseng dosage levels, scientific research results, precautions for usage, videos, how to grow your own ginseng root. http://ohioline.osu.edu/for-fact/0058.html <ref>http://ohioline.osu.edu/for-fact/0057.html http://www.ncgoldenseal.com/media/sustainable.html and links that will help you research various aspects of this adaptogenic herb.
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How to Take Ginseng
You can find various ways to buy the ginseng, as capsules, bulk powders, chopped roots, bagged for teas and tinctures. You can make your own tinctures by following the instructions on How to Make Herbal Tinctures. Dosing recommendations for taking ginseng are listed in the Fast Facts section. Here are some suggestions from various sources for specific conditions:
- Hot flashes/flushes - daily, ginseng tea with 2 teaspoons of royal jelly http://www.google.co.cr/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=6&ved=0CBcQFjAF&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthsystem.virginia.edu%2Finternet%2Fwomen%2Falternativehandout.pdf&ei=qxY4S8aWCcHPlAfQi8SbBA&usg=AFQjCNHQN9T_QhQOiCWnHHisf8ZHpWth8Q&sig2=JqCLOyhAWNF-jVDJ7f4i1A
- Pulmonary edema - 200-600 mg per day http://pennstatehershey.psu.edu/healthinfo/heartandvascular/33/000137.htm
- Fatigue - chewing of the root, as per dosage recommendations in Fast Facts. http://www.google.co.cr/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=6&ved=0CCIQFjAF&url=http%3A%2F%2Fksuweb.kennesaw.edu%2F~pdunn%2Fportfolio%2Fp_program_study%2F6190_projects_contracts_folder%2F6190_project_test.swf&ei=OBs4S8DAKMmzlAfcgo2mBw&usg=AFQjCNH_dASgFonnpQVLmJTtAscP133VTw&sig2=0w2nutS2NiqW3-DqFmOCOw
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Health Benefits of Ginseng (Siberian) with Good Scientific Evidence
- Boosting the immune system http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ginseng/NS_patient-ginseng/DSECTION=evidence MayoClinic
- Herpes Simplex Type 2 - can reduce the severity, intensity and duration of outbreaks. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/siberian-ginseng-000250.htm
- Type 2 diabetes http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/ginseng/NS_patient-ginseng/DSECTION=evidence MayoClinic
- Improved quality of life in the elderly http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/siberian-ginseng-000250.htm
- Improvement of memory and concentration. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/siberian-ginseng-000250.htm
- Heart disease and Hypertension- As an antioxidant, ginseng enhances nitric oxide synthesis in the endothelium of the organs and blood vessels in the body, helping prevent hypertension, atherosclerosis and other types of heart disease. P. Sandroni. 2006. Aphrodisiacs Past and Present: A Historical View. Clin. Autonomic Res. 11:303-307
- Aphrodisiac - Ginsenosides enhance smooth muscle relaxation that is needed for erectile function, affecting nitric oxide/cyclic guanosine monophosphate pathway. Animal studies support a role of this herb for increasing reproductive capacity. http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/siberian-ginseng-000250.htm http://www.springerlink.com/content/c250hw4hvg4j7737/#ContactOfAuthor
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Other Uses of Ginseng Under Investigation
Aplastic anemia- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Birth outcomes (anoxemic encephalopathy)
- Bronchodilator
- Cancer chemotherapy
- Cancer prevention
- Cardiovascular risk reduction
- Chronic hepatitis B
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Congestive heart failure
- Coronary artery disease
- Dementia
- Diabetic complications (kidney damage)
- Erectile dysfunction
- Exercise performance
- Fatigue
- Fistula (anal)
- Heart damage (cardiac bypass complications)
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (refractory)
- Intracranial pressure (ICP)
- Kidney dysfunction (hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome)
- Liver protection
- Lung conditions
- Male infertility
- Menopausal symptoms
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
- Neurological disorders
- Pregnancy problems (intrauterine growth retardation)
- Premature ejaculation
- Radiation therapy side effects
- Respiratory infections
- Sexual arousal (in women)
- Viral myocarditis
- Reference: MayoClinic
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Precautions and Possible Side Effects
- Side effects are rare when ginseng is used at recommended doses, however the following precautions should be followed according the the Mayo Clinic:
- It is wise not to use ginseng for heat, excess syndromes or with symptoms of toxic heat (terms used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to describe disorders. http://gancao.net/herbology/nature-of-ginseng-453
- In case of diabetes or hypoglycemia, use caution as it may lower blood sugar levels.
- It may lower or increase blood pressure.
- There is some evidence that it may reduce the effects of the blood-thinning agent warfarin.
- Do not use with hormone sensitive conditions, including breast cancer, uterine cancer, or endometriosis.
- During pregnancy, avoid using tinctures with a high level of alcohol.
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An Introduction to Ginseng - History, Uses, and Types
This video from Healthy Lliving talks of the history of ginseng, the three different species which have been found, and the uses of the different spec ... read moreThis video from Healthy Lliving talks of the history of ginseng, the three different species which have been found, and the uses of the different species. Additionally, the difference between white and red ginseng is discussed. This is a very good introduction to this herb.
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Growing Ginseng in the Wild
This photo shows a 1-year old seedling of ginseng grown under woodland conditions. The type of sites where it grows best are indicated by the presenc ... read moreThis photo shows a 1-year old seedling of ginseng grown under woodland conditions. The type of sites where it grows best are indicated by the presence of understory plants such as Jack-in-the-pulpit, trillium, solomon's seal and maidenhair fern, sites with around 70% shade. It is also best to choose a northern or eastern slope to maintain adequate moisture. The site is prepared by raking off the leaf litter and pruning lower leaves of trees in the lot where you want to plant. The soil is worked to a depth of 6 inches and stratified seeds are planted at a 3/4 inch depth in the fall before the ground freezes. One ounce of seeds are needed per 100 square foot. The optimal density of plants is two per square foot. After seeding you can return the leaf litter to cover the planting area, or from an adjoining area that you will be planing, or you can use a compost consisting of 75% bark/25% vegetable matter. . About 2-3 inches of cover is needed. The following year, thin the plants to two per square foot. In five to six years, you will have a ginseng root that is mature for harvest.
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Ginseng Questions
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Do they use American ginseng or Asian ginseng in energy-boosting drinks? They differ in their effects - Asian g. warms, American g. cools. 1 AnswerBoth American and Indian ginseng are mixed together to make Ginseng products. Prepared ginseng products often don't tell you which ginseng they contain .Here ar... read more -
Can ginseng tea help with colds? 1 AnswerGinseng tea can help prevent colds and the flu. ----QUOTE---- Regulation of the Immune System Korean ginseng tea is also considered to help regulate the immun... read more -
Do you use regular supplements of an adaptogen such as Astragalus or Ginseng to improve your energy? 1 Answeri use ginseng. it has been used by the Chinese for 1000"s of years. works for me! read more
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Was it ok to mix red bull with ginseng? I feel weird now.... 1 AnswerMixing an aphrodisiacs such as ginseng with red bull will high likely have a adverse effect on you body. Effects which may occur would be 1.Nervousness 2.Irrit... read more
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Ginseng Blogs
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American Eagle Ginseng Tea 20 Tea Bags « American Health and Fitness
American Eagle Ginseng Tea is selected from the finest ginseng roots cultivated in Wisconsin, USA. It is recommened by Herbalists as a daily life-enhancing tonic. Unlike the warm properties of the Chineese and Korean Gi...americanhealthandfitness.besthealthinsuranceblog.com
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