White Ginseng / Xi Yang Shen
White ginseng is often used to boost the immune system and fight infections such as colds and flu.
Helps with:
Mental Fog
Fatigue
Stress
Digestive Issues
How it Heals
In Chinese Medicine, White Ginseng tonifies Qi, generates fluids, nurtures the stomach, and nourishes and supports lung Yin, clearing fire from the lungs.
In Western terms, White Ginseng is a stimulant used to relieve stress and boost the immune system. It also improves digestion and loss of appetite, as well as subdues vomiting and inflammation of the colon and stomach lining.
Fun fact: The word “panax” is derived from the Greek ‘Panakos’ (panacea), in reference to the various benefits attributed to the herb. The word “ginseng” is said to mean “the wonder of the world.”
What the research says
Ginseng is a promising treatment for fatigue.
Read ArticleData indicates that American Ginseng prevented glucose-
induced damage in the HUVECs through its antioxidant
properties.
Read ArticleP. quinquefolius plays an important role in regulating the
digestive process and modulating the brain function in rats.
Read ArticleGinseng supplementation can prevent age-associated increase in
oxidant production and oxidative protein damage in rats.
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