Folklore and history
It has been used in Chinese medicine for 5000 years. Panax Ginseng is the strongest Ginseng.
Typical use
Typical daily dosage is 1g - 2g. The powder can be taken in a health drink such as a smoothie, fruit juice or milk.
Constituents
Korean Panax Ginseng contains 25 saponins called ginsenosides, flavonoids, glycans (panaxans), maltol, peptides, polysaccharide fraction DPG-3-2, vitamins A, vitamins B6 and other B vitamins, volatile oil, Zinc.
Precautions
Ginseng is a stimulant and should only be taken with caution, high doses may make some people feel jittery. Panax Ginseng should not be taken in pregnancy, in the cases of high blood pressure, and by those who are taking MAO inhibitor drugs.
