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Common Names:	Korean ginseng, Chinese ginseng
Parts used and where grown:	Asian ginseng is a member of the Araliaceae family, which also includes the closely related American ginseng, Panax quinquefolius, and less similar Siberian ginseng, Eleutherococcus senticosus, also known as eleuthero. Asian ginseng commonly grows on mountain slopes and is usually harvested in the fall. The root is used.
In what conditions might ginseng be supportive?	aerobic capacity Alzheimer's disease altherosclerosis athletic support chemotherapy support chronic fatigue syndrome common cold / sore throat	diabetes fibromyalgia HIV support infection infertilty (male) influenza (flu) stress
Historical or traditional use:	Asian ginseng has been a part of Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years. The first reference to the health-enhancing use of Asian ginseng dates to the first century AD, in which the writer mentions ginseng’s use as follows: “It is used for repairing the five viscera, quieting the spirit, curbing the emotion, stopping agitation, removing noxious influence, brightening the eyes, enlightening the mind and increasing wisdom. Continuous use leads one to longevity with light weight.” Ginseng was commonly used by elderly persons in the Orient to improve mental and physical vitality.
Active constituents	Ginseng’s actions in the body are due to a complex interplay of constituents. The primary group are the ginsenosides, which are believed to increase energy, counter the effects of stress, and enhance intellectual and physical performance. Thirteen ginsenosides have been identified in Asian ginseng. Ginsenosides Rg1 and Rb1 have received the most attention.¹ Other constituents include the panaxans, which help lower blood sugar, and the polysaccharides (complex sugar molecules) which support immune function.²

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Tomoda M, Hirabayashi K, et al. Characterisation of two novel polysaccharides having immunological activities from the root of Panax ginseng. Biol Pharm Bull 1993; 16:1087-90.