American
Ginseng:
American
ginseng is a deciduous perennial growing to the height of
one foot.
American
ginseng has a smooth stem, leaves with oblong to oval
leaflets, small greenish flowers, and kidney shaped scarlet
berries.
American
ginseng is native to North America as well as the Himalayas.
A woodland plant, it is rarely seen in the wild due to
over-harvesting.
American
ginseng is cultivated in Wisconsin, China and France. The
root is gathered in autumn.
History of American
ginseng Native American people may have considered
this herb a means to increase female fertility. From the mid
18th century, the collection of the herb for export to China
became a virtual gold rush, with so many Native Americans, out
collecting the herb that settlers reported finding villages
almost deserted. The Ojibwa people always planted a seed to
replace the herb, but this was not a universal practice.
American
ginseng became rare towards the end of the 19th century.
American
ginseng is remedy for Stress and Fatigue The action of this
herb is presumed to be similar to, but milder than, that of its
Chinese cousin.
American
ginseng increases tolerance to stress of all kinds. In
traditional Chinese medicine, the herb is employed as a yin
tonic, treating weakness, fever, wheezing, and coughs.
Function of American
ginseng:
American
ginseng can boost the immune system, and therefore increase
resistance to disease.
American
ginseng may increase physical stamina, and stimulate the
appetite, which can be especially useful for the elderly.
American
ginseng may improve the memory, and several studies have
indicated that
American
ginseng reduces total blood cholesterol levels.
American
ginseng has an anti-clotting action that may reduce the risk
of heart attacks.
American
ginseng may also be used by diabetics to reduce blood sugar
levels, though not before consulting a qualified healthcare
professional.
American
ginseng Includes: American
ginseng contains a mixture of several saponin glycosides
including insenocides and panaxocides. There is also 3% volatile
oil containing a camphoraceous substance, a resin, arabinose,
mucilage, and starch.
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