(Eleutherococcus senticosus)
Description
The best known of the species is found in Siberia, Korea and China. Ginseng has a valuable and extensive history in Chinese medicine and has gained popularity in the West for its medicinal properties.
The active ingredients in Ginseng stimulate the immune system, improve energy, lower blood sugar, enhance liver functioning, and prevents fatigue and tiredness.
How It May Benefit You
Take internally for:
- depression, fatigue, stress.
- colds, influenza, respiratory problems
- inflammations
- damaged immune systems.
- prevents tiredness
- prevents many ailments that come with old age
- aphrodisiac
- regulating menstruation
- anaemia
- diabetes
- atherosclerosis
- digestion
Caution
Can cause headaches, insomnia, anxiety, breast soreness, skin rashes, Asthma attacks, increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, post-menopausal uterine bleeding. Consult your Health Professional first.
WARNING: Herbs should only be used under the supervision of an experienced herbalist or naturopath experienced in herbs.
Availability
Ginseng is available as fresh or dried root, root powder, capsules, tablets, prepared tea, freeze-dried root.
