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Question concerning American Ginseng.

American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius)

What does American Ginseng do?

American Ginseng has had little research conducted to date on its benefits. However, since its active ingredients are similar to those of Oriental ginseng, it is thought to have similar healing characteristics as well. In traditional Chinese medicine it is considered more cooling or soothing than Red Panax Ginseng, This characteristic may make it a better therapeutic ginseng type for those under the age of 50 or of a type "A" personality. It is used primarily for increased mental efficiency, stamina and for boosting the immune system and immune system responses.. It is used to help relieve adverse effects of stress and fatigue. It has been considered especially helpful to the immune system in cases of fevers or infectious disease accompanied with a fever. It is also used in China to support the lungs and in the treatment of coughs and coughs accompanied with blood It can be taken as a capsule, pill, tea, tincture or the whole root chewed.

Pete