Ginseng Root and Herb

Ginseng is probably the most famous Chinese herb and has been used for more than 5000 years. The Qing Dynasty of ancient China treasure it more that gold.

Ginseng root and herb is an ingredient in thousand of formulas used by people to provide energy and health. This is most frequently used herb.

This herb is not easy to produce and it takes six years to reach maturity. Ginseng contains vitamins, minerals, fat-soluble compounds, carbohydrate compounds and nitrogenous compounds. Scientists say this herb can enhance the immune system and can affect the whole body.

There are a few types of ginseng: Japanese ginseng (Panax japonicum), Asian ginseng (panax ginseng), Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus), and American ginseng. Asian ginseng is the most popular type. It is found in China, Korea and Japan. Siberian ginseng grows in Korea, China, Japan and Russia. American ginseng can be found from Quebec to Minnesota, in Georgia and Oklahoma.

American and Asian ginsengs both have similar chemical composition and are known to have healing potentials. The herb grown in North America is most desired and most expensive, as it is believed to have stronger properties.


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