- 250 mg
- Siberian Ginseng 15:1 Extract
Rice starch, gelatin capsule (gelatin, purified water)
Format
Capsules
90 Caps
Dosage
1 capsule daily or as directed by a health care practitioner.
Important Information
Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 1 month. Keep out of the reach of children.
- Helps build energy, mental awareness, stamina and endurance
- Offers protection from colds, flus and other ailments such as chronic bronchitis
- Effective in regulating blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Beneficial influences on the functions of the adrenals, thymus, spleen, thyroid gland and the liver
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Siberian ginseng, also known as eleuthero, is a shrub found in Northeastern Asia, and specifically in Eastern Siberia. The shrub has prickly stems and small flowers but it is the rhizome, the underground section of the stem, and dried roots that are used for medicinal purposes.
For thousands of years, ancient Chinese medicine used eleuthero to combat rheumatism, weak liver and kidneys, increase energy, and to prevent respiratory infections, such as colds. Siberian ginseng has also been used in countries such as Russia for centuries.
Siberian ginseng became popular half way through the 20th century due to a shortage of Panax ginseng. It was found in northern regions of Russia in the 20th century and in the 1984 Moscow Olympics, many Russian athletes used Siberian ginseng as they believed it would counteract fatigue and enhance their physical performance. Russians and Ukrainians also relied on Siberian ginseng in an effort to protect themselves against radiation poisoning after the nuclear disaster at Chernobyl.
Eleuthero has been given to patients by herbalists who believed it to be beneficial for menopausal symptoms, physical and mental stress, fatigue, weakness in elderly patients and a form of protection against harmful radiation in cell treatments.
Siberian ginseng is different from other ginsengs, such as American (Panax quinquefolius) and Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), as the active chemical components are different.
What is it?
Eleutherococcus senticosus is a woody shrub with thick twisted root that is often called "Eleuthero" for short. It is found in the forests of south-eastern Russia, northern China, Korea and Japan. Eleuthero is also called "Siberian ginseng" and is often grouped with other herbs known as ginsengs, although it has distinct chemical constituents called eleutherosides.
Like the other ginsengs, eleuthero can be used as an adaptogen. It is also an antioxidant, a nervine (to decrease anxiety), an immune system tonic, and has anti-inflammatory, and cholesterol reducing properties. Eluthero is currently used by healthcare providers for the treatment of: chronic fatigue, lupus, HIV, as well as cold and flu. It is also used to prevent herpes simplex outbreaks and to treat cases of both adrenal and endocrine dysfunction due to chronic stress. It is particularly renowned for its mood and energy enhancing effects.
Historical and Traditional Uses
The Chinese have used Eleuthero for at least the last 2,000 years. They used the root and root bark to prevent respiratory infections, and as a cardiovascular tonic. This herb was said to restore vigor and vitality, memory, increase appetite, boost stamina, and improve general health. Similarly, Russian folk remedies often included Eleuthero for improved strength, stamina, physical performance and memory, as well as for countering chronic fatigue, and stimulating the immune system to prevent cold and flu infections.
How can I take eleuthero?
Eleuthero can be taken internally as an extract or by using the whole herb, dried and powdered. Often Eleuthero will be found in combination formulas along with other ginsengs or other adaptogenic herbs and nutrients. In general, the dose is 2-3 grams per day of whole herb, or 300 to 400mg per day of solid extract standardized to 0.8% eleutherosides. Liquid, alcohol based extracts can be taken between 8 and 10ml per day in divided doses. Although it is taken in similar dosages to the other ginsengs, Eleuthero can be taken for longer periods of time without rest due to its gentle, and more nourishing nature.
Important Information
There are minimal side effects reported with the use of Eleuthero, although some individuals may find it interferes with sleep if taken too close to bedtime. Eleuthero is not recommended for individuals with high blood pressure or cardiac disease and must be used with caution for those on medication for high blood pressure. Also be cautious when using digoxin with Eleuthero. Due to a lack of research, Eleuthero should not be used during pregnancy and lactation.
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