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Chinese Herbal Medicine: Siberian Ginseng

August 14, 2007 |

There are many types of ginseng. A very popular type that is also a chinese herbal medicine is the Siberian ginseng. It is found in the Siberian province of Russia. It is not the same as the Korean (Panax ginseng) and American ginseng varieties. The root is not harvested until it is two or more years old; the older the root, the higher its value.

Siberian Ginseng is highly regarded in China. Its value has been held in esteem for thousands of years. In many ancient stories, it is said to command a higher price than gold. It contains niacin, amino acids, carbohydrates and other vitamins and minerals, which helps to promote total wellness.

Siberian Ginseng is said to nutritionally support the glandular system due to the presence of eleutherosides. The eleutherosides are a range of glycosides with aromatic alcohol aglycones. The glycosides appear to work on the adrenal glands, preventing adrenal hypertrophy and excess corticosteroid production in response to stress.

Thus, the presence of eleutherosides help reduce stress and has the ability to return the adrenals to normal function faster. It has a beneficial effect on the heart and circulation and helps to increase energy and stamina and to help the body fight viral infections, environmental toxins and the effects of chemotherapy.

Siberian Ginseng is a wonderful aide to memory, concentration and cognitive abilities which may be impaired from poor blood supply to the brain. Lastly, this chinese herbal medicine is popularly used in cases of debility, depression, fatigue and nervous breakdowns.