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Home -> Shop By Store -> American GinsengAmerican GinsengAmerican GinsengAmerican Ginseng is an herb that is quickly disappearing from the wild, due to over-harvesting over many years. Many of the wild crafters now, unlike those in the past, take immature roots and don't plant back the seed. Ginseng takes seven years to mature from seed. At Teeter Creek Herbs we have been planting and harvesting woods-grown Ginseng for over 10 years. This is Ginseng that is grown in its natural woodland habitat. We use the fresh root in making our extract. The use of Ginseng has almost become the stuff of legends; yet it is a valuable herb that is worth the extra cost for certain herb users. American ginseng is less stimulating than its Asian cousins, and so is often better tolerated by more people, and can be taken over a longer period of time. It is for this reason that our Ginseng is highly valued in Asia. Traditionally, American Ginseng is taken to boost energy and overall health for those with chronic fatigue, those recovering from chronic illness, and those under long-term stress with nervous exhaustion. American Ginseng used as an aid in restoring exhausted adrenal glands. American Ginseng used as a tonic for those with weak digestion and poor appetite. American Ginseng shown to boost and maintains immune system reserves. American Ginseng an aid for those with weak lungs and dry cough. Ginseng also increases circulation to the brain to enhance memory and for those with cerebral insufficiency. Some women have benefited form courses of ginseng to ease hot flashes and other menopausal discomforts. Finally, Ginseng has a reputation as a sexual tonic. Why do athletes use it? Ginseng helps reduce fatigue What do the advocates say? There is little research on the effect of American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) on exercise. Theoretically, American ginseng increases cortisol (a steroid hormone found naturally in the body) output, which suggests that it should be able to increase athletic performance; however, there is no human research to show this to be the case. Historically, it has been used to help people who are fatigued feel less lethargic. The energizing effects of American ginseng only last while it is in your system. If you are consistently feeling tired, it’s best to pinpoint the reason for your fatigue. Are there any side effects or interactions? Occasional cases of insomnia or agitation have been reported with the use of American ginseng. These conditions are more likely, however, when caffeine-containing foods and beverages are also being consumed.3 At the time of writing, there were no well-known drug interactions with American ginseng. Parts used and where grown Like its more familiar cousin Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), the root of American ginseng is used medicinally. The plant grows wild in shady forests of the northern and central United States, as well as in parts of Canada. It is cultivated in the United States, China, and France. |
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