Plant MedicinePanax Ginseng
Panax Ginseng
Panax ginseng
Family: Araliaceae
Also known as: Asian ginseng, Korean ginseng, Chinese ginseng
At a glance
Best for: Energy, Cognitive function, Immune support
Common forms: Capsule, Tea, Extract
Evidence level: Well-supported
Cautions: May cause insomnia; Avoid with blood thinners
What it is
Panax ginseng is a slow-growing perennial plant whose root has been prized in East Asian medicine for over 2,000 years.
Traditional use
Central to Traditional Chinese Medicine as a supreme tonic for qi (vital energy), longevity, and sexual vitality.
What modern research suggests (Well-supported)
Extensive research supports benefits for cognitive performance, energy, immune function, and erectile dysfunction. Active compounds are ginsenosides.
Safety + interactions
Generally safe. May cause insomnia, headache, or digestive upset. Avoid with blood thinners, MAOIs, or stimulants. Short-term cycles recommended.
May interact with: Blood thinners, MAOIs, Stimulants, Diabetes medications
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