In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Asian Ginseng or Panax Ginseng, is the most potent and expensive form of ginseng. The word 'Panax' comes from the Greek word meaning 'cure-all' or 'all-healing'.Grown on the mountains of northeast China, Asian ginseng is prized in Asia as a revitalizer for the whole body. Ginseng is known as an adaptogen and its active constitutents ginsenosides strengthens the immune system, increasing resistance to physical, chemical and biological stress and builds energy and general vitality. Asian ginseng promotes yang energy, improves circulation, increases blood supply, revitalizes and aids recovery from weakness after illness and stimulates the body. In addition, the root of Asian ginseng is used to treat fever colds, coughs, mentrual irregularies, depression, inflammation and respiratory problems. Precautions: Asian ginseng can cause not-so-serious side effects like headache, insomnia, anxiety, breast soreness or skin rash as well as serious reactions lie asthma attacks, increased blood pressure, and heart palpitation. Asian ginseng can increase the effect of blood thinners which may result in uncontrolled bleeding or hemorrage and may interact with insulin and other diabetes drugs. Pregnant or nursing women, children and people with heart diseaseshould avoid ginseng. NOTE: These descriptions are provided for information purposes only. Before taking any herb or supplement, it is recommended that you consult your health care professional to ensure it is safe for you to take and will not interact with any medications you may be taking.
