What is Korean Ginseng? The term ‘Ginseng’ can be misleading because it refers to four varieties of ginseng, each having subtle changes in the way that it is used and in the way it affects the body. The use of any variety depends on the needs of the body. Korean ginseng is one of the most potent forms of ginseng and the color of the ginseng produced in this area is usually red in color. It is generally grown in parts of China and Korea is supposed to have strong effects when compared to the white varieties found elsewhere. Korean ginseng normally grows on mountain slopes and is harvested after 3-5 years of growth. Traditional uses of Korean Ginseng
Korean ginseng has been a vital part of Chinese medicine for more than 2,000 years. It was used by the aged people in improving mental and physical vitality. It was considered beneficial for inflammatory diseases and for hemorrhages. Women used it to facilitate an easy birthing process and to find relief from problems related to their monthly cycle. Traditionally, Korean Ginseng is used in the tonic form obtained through heating the root with water. Benefits of Korean Ginseng Korean ginseng is also known as Panax Ginseng and has a bold tonic effect. That is why it is ingested by people who feel weak or anemic. It is considered to be helpful in patients suffering from blood loss, shock, post surgical trauma, cardiovascular weakness and other kinds of stress. As a tonic, Korean ginseng warms the body and revs up various bodily functions. Because of its ability to heat the body it can decrease bodily fluids. It is therefore not recommended for people suffering from excessive dryness of the body of from other symptoms of heat. Korean Ginseng and immunity Like other varieties of ginseng, Korean ginseng also consists of agents that protect the body from various kinds of stress. It also has the ability to stimulate the body's self regeneration process and therefore help to boost the immune system, improve overall health and vitality. Korean ginseng consists of panaxosides and ginsenosides which are immunomodulatory in nature. Because of its ability to warm the body, the Korean ginseng is used to treat cold, cough and fevers. When used as a general tonic, Korean ginseng helps overcome illness and exhaustion. Like other varieties of ginseng, it is also helpful in reducing stress and overcoming tension. In Japan and China, Korean Ginseng is widely used to fight fatigue and to enhance immune resistance. This is because it has both anti-oxidant and anti-stress activities. Research shows that Korean ginseng has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and endocrine systems of the body. Korean Ginseng helps with libido and memory Traditionally, Korean ginseng has also been used as an aphrodisiac. It is considered beneficial in boosting the libido in men and thus enhances potency and is used to treat sterility. Like other varieties of Asian ginseng, Korean ginseng has been combined with Ginkgo to enhance mental faculties like memory and concentration. It is also supposed to be useful in arresting the progress of Alzheimer’s. With so many varieties of ginseng available in the market, it is not unusual for a customer to pick up the wrong variety. Therefore it is advised that you seek advice from a trained health professional to get the best results.
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