GinsengAs a kind of herb, it has a long history, and now it is a popular ingredient in all kinds of supplements, not only in drinks, but also in all kinds of health and energy products. It is well known that ginseng can replenish energy, relieve fatigue, refresh the mind and help regulate stress.
In the traditional sense, when the human system is weak, ginseng is often used as a general tonic to support health as part of the comprehensive treatment of a variety of diseases.
Ginseng is a kind of adaptation.
Herbs that support health stress responses are called adapters, such as ginseng. Adaptation can help you maintain healthy cortisol (stress hormone) levels, give you more energy and better cognitive function, and get better sleep in stressful situations. The traditional view is that they have a deep nourishing effect on the whole body.
However, there are many different preparations and varieties of ginseng, so there are many interpretations of relevant scientific literature and historical uses, so it is difficult to have a unified view. The food culture in some areas uses different parts of ginseng to make them into tea or whole root consumption, or there are other processing methods. There is a great difference between the quality and research design of ginseng products, but most of the information is still available. It is recommended that you discuss the use of ginseng supplements or other preparations with qualified medical health providers. The effect of long-term use is better.
Ginseng is very popular, but the concept is often used in several different plants that are not exactly the same. However, these plants belong to the same plant family-Araliaceae. Ginseng is also precious because it grows very slowly and is difficult to grow artificially. As a result, it is overexploited in the wild, and it is expensive to grow in greenhouses or farms.
American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius)
American ginseng is native to eastern North America and is traditionally used to relieve excessive fatigue, dry mouth, eyes and skin, and indigestion. American ginseng is cold, suitable for people with hot and dry physique.
There are abundant studies on the role of American ginseng in regulating blood sugar. A 2019 study found that adding ginseng to the routine repair of patients with type 2 glucose metabolic disease may optimize blood glucose control with peace of mind. It is recommended to discuss with your doctor that it should be added to your glucose metabolic disease repair program.
In addition, studies on mice have found that Ginseng is effective in repairing and preventing colonic inflammation. It may have the effect of relieving inflammation and antioxidation in the digestive tract. However, more research is needed to determine whether the results are consistent in the population.
Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng)
Asian ginseng, also known as red ginseng, white ginseng, Chinese ginseng or ginseng, is traditionally used to repair fatigue caused by cortisol disorders and unstable blood sugar. Asian ginseng temperature, which means it may not be suitable for use in hot weather or people with high body temperatures.
There are many important studies on the use of Asian ginseng to help control blood sugar, but the results are different. If you have hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, Asian ginseng may help stabilize your blood sugar. It is recommended to discuss with your doctor before using any supplements that help regulate blood sugar, especially if you have glucose metabolic disease or other blood sugar disorders.
More studies have shown that Asian ginseng may help the immune system support, optimize cognition, increase physical strength, resist aging, maintain healthy cholesterol levels, optimize cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, and relieve depression, anxiety and menopausal symptoms.
Siberian ginseng (Acanthopanax senticosus)
Siberian ginseng, also known as Acanthopanax senticosus, is not ginseng in the traditional sense, but is recently reclassified from the genus Acanthopanax of the family Acanthopanax. The word “ginseng” in its name is added for marketing purposes, but Acanthopanax senticosus and ginseng do belong to the same plant family. It is often used for long-term stress or surgery, repair after illness, and improve sports performance.
Acanthopanax senticosus is more effective in improving endurance (including sports performance), and because it can provide the same effect as coffee extraction, it may be helpful to people who are intolerant to coffee but want to be energetic.
A study of young male athletes found that taking Acanthopanax senticosus for eight weeks may significantly improve cardiovascular function, body function and metabolism. Another study of mice found that supplementation of Acanthopanax senticosus shortened repair time after physical exertion.
Acanthopanax senticosus can control RNA virus replication and may also help shorten the duration of acute diseases such as colds and flu, according to an in vitro study.
At present, studies have focused on the role of Acanthopanax senticosus in repairing ulcers, joint problems and autoimmune diseases, and it has achieved good results as a general therapy for relieving inflammatory reaction. However, more research is needed to confirm these uses.
睡茄 (Withania somifera)
Sleeping eggplant(Ashwaghanda or Withania somnifera) is sometimes called Indian ginseng because it has many functions similar to adapters, but it has nothing to do with real ginseng in botanical concept. It is a kind of Solanaceae or Solanum.
Sleeping eggplant is traditionally used to nourish the whole body, especially during long-term stress or body repair. But unlike real ginseng, sleeping eggplants are not exciting, but they can actually help people get better sleep and can be taken later in the night. It is more commonly used as an adaptor or to optimize autoimmune diseases.
No conclusive evidence of its effectiveness was found in a 2013 systematic review of randomized medical trials using ginseng to repair various menopausal symptoms. However, the review included studies using any variety of ginseng, which led to inconsistencies in the results of potential doses, preparations, herbal sites and specific herbs. Another systematic review of randomized placebo-controlled trials completed in 2022 found that the inclusion of studies (including the use of any type of ginseng) showed that ginseng might help optimize hot flashes, menopausal symptoms and overall quality of life in menopausal women. More research on herbs is needed to improve the quality of research and related information.
Potential side effects
Common side effects of true ginseng include difficulty falling asleep or feeling overstimulated and restless. Ginseng may also affect blood pressure, heart rate and physiological periods, causing head pain and digestive disorders. It is well known that ginseng may interact with certain prescriptions, especially statins, blood thinners, blood pressure prescriptions and blood sugar prescriptions. It is recommended to inform your doctor about any supplements you take before use.
Keystone
Part of the botanical name of ginseng “Panax” comes from the word “panacea”, which meansGinsengIt can be used to repair many different diseases in all body systems. It is a kind of plant with powerful function and important value, and it has a long traditional history in repairing many diseases. Continuing in-depth scientific research gives us more confidence in using ginseng as an herb. It is recommended that you discuss with a qualified medical health provider how to add ginseng to your daily regimen to maintain overall health.
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