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ALFALFA
(mendicago sativa)
BILBERRY (Vaccinium
myrtillus)
CAT’S CLAW (Uncaria
tomentosa)
CAYENNE PEPPER (Capsicum
annuum)
CHAMOMILE
(anthemis nobilis)
DANDELION (Taraxacum
officinale)
DON QUAI
(Angelica sinensis)
ECHINACEA (Echinacea
purpurea,
Echinacea angustifolia)
GARLIC
(allium sativum)
GINSENG
(panax ginseng)
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GINSENG
(panax ginseng)
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Ginseng is one of the most popular healing
herbs used today throughout the world.
In the Ginseng family there are American, Korean, Chinese
and Siberian ginsengs. A Chinese text dating from the First Century
A.D. describes ginseng as “enlightening to the mind and increasing the
wisdom.” Russian folklore promotes ginseng as a stimulant and immunity
booster. Today, Ginseng is believed to enhance physical and mental
endurance, increase energy, reduce cholesterol, support adrenal
function, reduce stress, and regulate blood sugar.
Possible benefits and uses:
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Used
to treat menopausal symptoms
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Helps
deal with stressful situations
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Used
in the treatment of diabetes
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Offers
some protection against harmful radiation and increases recovery time
from radiation damage
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Possesses anticancer properties
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Improves memory, concentration and cognitive abilities
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Can be
used as a sleep aid
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Enhances endurance, stamina and performance
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Boosts
immune function
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Beneficial in normalizing blood pressure and increasing blood
circulation
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May
reduce the risk of heart disease
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Contraindications:
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Should
not exceed 5-10 grams daily
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Vitamin C can interfere with the absorption of ginseng. Those taking
vitamin C supplements should wait two hours before taking ginseng
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Some
people may find ginseng too stimulating, therefore it should be used
early in the day instead of before bedtime
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