Korean red ginseng, known as Panax Ginseng in the scientific community, is a slow-growing perenni...
Korean red ginseng, known as Panax Ginseng in the scientific community, is a slow-growing perennial flowering plant from the family Araliaceae. The plant naturally grows on the mountain slopes in East Asia and is harvested in fall, primarily for its root, which has been an integral part of herbal medicine for thousands of years.
The term red ginseng refers to the root that is harvested from trees that are at least six years old.
Korean red ginseng is also known with the names of Asian ginseng, Korean ginseng, and Chinese ginseng.
Parts Used: Root
Organic
Country of Origin: Korea
Benefits and Uses
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antioxidant
- Erectile dysfunction
- Boost the immune system
- Reduce fatigue and stress
- Improve energy and stamina
- Lower blood sugar levels
- Improve cognitive function
Active Ingredients
- Triterpene saponins, called ginsenosides
Traditional Uses
Panax ginseng root was traditionally used as a tonic to help the body fight against all types of stressors and increase physical and mental strength. It was also prized for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Modern Uses
Korean red ginseng is used to boost the immune system, fight against inflammation, oxidative stress, and free radical damage, and improve physical and mental performance. It can also help manage blood sugar level. Panax ginseng is also widely used for erectile dysfunction.
Fun Fact
The name ginseng comes from the Chinese name for ginseng root –Jen Sheng.
Jen Sheng means ‘man herb’, which refers to the human-like shape of the ginseng root.
Panax, on the other hand, means ‘all-healing’, referring to the traditional belief that the root of Asian ginseng can heal all problems of human body.
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