American Ginseng
Scientific Name: Panax quinquefolius
Common Names: Ginseng, xi yang shen
Family: Araliaceae
Part Used: Root
Habitat: American Ginseng grows in the eastern part of North America and Canada.
American ginseng is an adaptogen. An adaptogen is a substance which
is good for the body in general and protects against stress of all
types. This type of ginseng has been used to strengthen the immune
system, increase strength and stamina, treat digestive disorders, treat
diabetes, treat ADHD and as a general tonic for wellness. Many people
believe that the best American ginseng comes from the state of Wisconsin
in the U.S. American ginseng is considered a cooling ginseng, where
Korean ginseng has a more warming effect on the body.
CAUTION: American Ginseng should not be taken by people with high blood pressure or by women who are pregnant.
American Ginseng Uses
- Stimulate the appetite
- Slow the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Treat depression
- Combat stress and fatigue
- Stimulate the central nervous system
- Treat insomnia
- Improve cardiovascular activity
- Improve memory and concentration
- Dissolve tumors
- Raise good cholesterol (HDL)
- Lower bad cholesterol
- Increases estrogen levels in women and relieve the symptoms of menopause
- Benefits the endocrine system, such as the adrenals and pituitary gland
- Regulate blood sugar levels
- Control type 2 diabetes
