Ginseng
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Closely related to Asian ginseng is American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius L.), which is sometimes preferred for its milder effects. Ginseng is widely used in the United States to improve overall energy and vitality, particularly during times of fatigue or stress. While there is not much clinical evidence to support an energy boosting effect, there are studies showing its potential value in normalizing glucose levels after meals in diabetics, stimulating immune function, and treating male impotence. |
For products like ginseng that are often promoted as energy boosters, there is concern that undeclared caffeine may be added to enhance the effect.
The usual daily amount is 120mg to 240mg, divided into two or three doses for memory loss and dementia. For leg pain, 120mg to 160mg is recommended.
Ginseng Supplements
- Ginseng Extract Korean -- Ginseng has been used for centuries to combat weakness and to provide extra energy. Our Ginseng Extract is made exclusively from 4 to 6 year old roots of Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer (Araliaceae Family).
- Panax Ginseng -- Clinical studies show Panax ginseng significantly reduces feelings of stress and nervousness resulting in the enhancement of stamina, energy and sense of well being.
- Siberian Eleutherococcus Liquid Ginseng Supplement -- Doctor Approved. These liquid herbal extracts are made with organically grown and wild harvested plants of the highest quality. Each fresh or recently dried herb is individually extracted through cold percolation or maceration using the purest de-ionized water.
- Stamina Ginseng Ginger Tonic -- Delivers American ginseng extract for adaptogenic effects. Enhances endurance. Contains synergistic phytonutrients.
- Ginseng Liquid American Organic Liquid Supplement -- Doctor Approved. This may be helpful to individuals who already live with high stress and mental stimulation. Our liquid herbal extracts are made with organically grown and wild harvested plants of the highest quality. Each fresh or recently dried herb is individually extracted through cold percolation or maceration using the purest de-ionized water.
Possible Interactions
If you are being treated with any of the following medications, you should not use ginseng without first talking to your health care provider:
- Anti-Diabetic medications -- American ginseng may lower blood sugar levels. Therefore, this herb may interfere with the effectiveness of blood sugar lowering prescription medications. Talk with your health care provider before using American ginseng if you are taking medicines for diabetes, including insulin and oral hypoglycemic agents.
- Blood thinning medications -- Some reports have indicated that ginsenosides may possibly decrease the effectiveness of warfarin, a blood-thinning medication. In addition, ginsenosides may inhibit platelet activity and, therefore, should probably not be used with aspirin either.
- Psychiatric medications -- American ginseng may exaggerate the effects of medications used in various psychiatric disorders, so they should not be taken together. There have been reports of a possible interaction between Asian ginseng and the antidepressant medication, phenelzine (which belongs to a class known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors, resulting in symptoms ranging from manic-like episodes to headache and tremulousness.
- Morphine -- Asian ginseng may block the painkilling effects of morphine.
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