IN Chinese medicine, ginseng is used as a general tonic to enhance overall health, particularly among the elderly. The most popular among several types is the Panax ginseng species, also called Chinese, Korean or Japanese ginseng. The active ingredients, called saponins, are found in the roots of the plant.
Uses: Ginseng has been used to promote cardiac health, exercise performance and energy levels. The doses vary from 100mg to 400mg per day in capsules.
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