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KOREAN GINSENG
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Korean ginseng is a short-term stimulant to help overcome long-term stress … |
KOREAN GINSENG |
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| Korean Ginseng is also called Panax Schinseng. |
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What is it?
Korean ginseng, sometimes called Panax schinseng, is actually Panax ginseng grown in Korea that was traditionally used as a tonic to increase brain efficiency and as a treatment for diabetes mellitus. |
Korean ginseng is the same species as Chinese ginseng, and still contains the active constituents called ginsenosides, but the different growing conditions and preparation methods make for differing effects and potency. Korean ginseng is often the most sought-after ginseng, as it is considered the highest grade in the herbal community.
Red vs. White Korean Ginseng
Red Korean ginseng is grown for at least 6 years before harvesting. Once harvested, it is prepared by briefly boiling the root to cure it, before drying it for grinding into a powder. It is the most stimulating and least nourishing ginseng available and due to its extremely yang nature, is usually only recommended for men (who are inherently more yang than women). White Korean ginseng, on the other hand, is prepared by peeling and drying fresh ginseng root that has been grown for a shorter period of time. This type contains fewer medicinal constituents due to the shorter growing time and some loss during the drying process. The white preparation is slightly less stimulating (less yang) than the red variety and is a good choice for energy enhancement in women (who are innately more yin). Both of these varieties are not usually recommended for long-term use due to their stimulatory (yang) nature. For more information, please see the ginseng article here.
How do I take Korean ginseng?
Korean ginseng is generally taken between 100 and 600mg daily (standardized to a minimum of 5% ginsenosides). Because Korean ginsent is so stimulating, the recommended dosing regimen is 4 weeks on followed by 2 weeks off to allow the body to rebuild yin.
Important Information
Korean ginseng contains components that have blood thinning, blood pressure altering and blood sugar altering properties. Ginseng supplements should be used with caution by individuals with: active bleeding, blood clotting disorders, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, diabetes and hypoglycemia. For the same reason, ginseng supplements should be discontinued prior to surgery or dental work. Ginseng can alter the effects of caffeine, stimulants, decongestants, blood thinners (including aspirin), anti-hypertensives, sedatives, insulin and oral hypoglycemics. Pregnant women, and nursing mothers should avoid the use of Korean ginseng. |
Korean Ginseng –
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PARTS USED |
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Roots. |
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Low energy, increased athletic performance, stress, low immune function, cancer treatment. |
OPTIMUM
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100-600mg daily, standardized to a minimum of 5% ginsenosides. (Clinical doses may be higher as recommended by your practitioner). |
WORKS WELL
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Bee pollen, Propolis, adrenal glandular, vitamin B complex, other ginsengs. |
IMPORTANT
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Ginseng should not be used by pregnant women or nursing mothers.
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Ginseng should not be used with caffeine, stimulants, decongestants, blood thinners, including aspirin, anti-hypertensives, sedatives, insulin, oral hypoglycemics, and should be discontinued 2 weeks prior to surgery or dental work.
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Individuals with diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypertension, hypotension, blood clotting disorders or active bleeding should use ginseng with caution. |
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