What are the Health Benefits Of Using Ginseng?

Ginseng is a common herbal medicine used and recommended for improving overall health. The term ginseng refers to both American (Panax quinquefolius, L.) and Asian or Korean (Panax ginseng) ginseng. It is important to note that many studies showing ginseng's benefits have been small or inconclusive. More research is needed to say definitively what ginsengʻs benefits are. 

What Are The Health Benefits Of Using Ginseng Tea?

Ginseng refers to the 11 varieties of short, slow-growing plants with fleshy roots. It is an herb rich in many antioxidants and has many proven health benefits. Ginseng can be used in many forms and has historically been used to treat various medical conditions. The herb is "generally recognized as safe" (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Source: Getty Images 

As mentioned, ginseng is used in a variety of ways and for a variety of reasons. The herb is often called an "adaptogen," meaning it is an herb that helps the body adapt to various kinds of stress. Ginseng is one of the most popular adaptogens. Some studies, although mainly small and inconclusive, have shown the benefits of using ginseng to include:

• Reduce Inflammation
• Improved Energy Levels
• Improved Mental Clarity
• Improved Immune System
• Improved Cardiovascular Health
• Improve Digestive Health
• Improved Sexual Health
• Reducing wrinkles and signs of aging
• Promoting elasticity and collagen production
• Reducing puffiness and inflammation
• Lightening or brightening skin

Ways To Use Ginseng

The most common way to consume ginseng is as a tea or supplement. However, there are many other ways in which ginseng can be used, including as a supplement (as a tablet or capsule), as an extract, in a topical cream, and eaten raw, dried, or steamed.