Asian ginseng
Introduction[Top] Asian ginseng is also known as panax-ginseng and panax quinquefolius. It is indigenous to Korea and China it has been employed in numerous medicine systems for centuries. There are two forms of panax, white and red.
What panax is used for[Top] In traditional Chinese medicine philosophy, panax encourages Yang energy, increases blood supply, improves circulation, revitalizes, and helps recovery from illness as well as stimulating the body. It is also used to treat erectile dysfunction, menopausal symptoms, and hepatitis C. Panax is also employed for controlling blood pressure and lowering blood glucose.
How panax is used[Top] Panax root has active chemical components known as ginsenosides. They are believed to be accountable for panax's medicinal properties. Panax root is first dried and employed to create capsules, tablets, teas, extracts, and creams. Science Says[Top] Some animal studies and individual reports indicate that panax might slow the development of Alzheimer's disease, and improve behavior and memory. Numerous studies support the usage of panax in cancer treatment as well as possible cancer prevention. A study that compared groups of people over a period of time proposes that regular panax intake might decrease the chances of obtaining various forms of cancer, particularly liver, lung, stomach, ovarian and pancreatic cancer. Cautions and side effects[Top] When taken orally, panax is generally well tolerated. Typical side effects are gastrointestinal problems, headaches and sleep problems. Panax may cause allergic reactions.Panax might lower blood sugar levels. Therefore, diabetics should exercise extra caution when using panax.
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