The ginseng root (Ginseng panax) looks a bit like a little man. The Chinese word “ ginseng ” also means “ human root ”. Its unusual shape has always captured people’s imagination. But even more amazing than its shape is its use. Ginseng panax is one of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is one of the oldest herbal remedies. It has been said to have health-promoting powers for more than 5,000 years. Ginseng ranks first in the Chinese emperors' pharmacopoeia.

The power of ginseng lies in its root. In order to form the beneficial active ingredients, the plant must grow for at least four, preferably six years. Ginseng panax is native to Korea, China, Siberia and Japan. Korean ginseng is considered the best. Growing it is not easy because ginseng requires special care. The beds should be on northern mountain slopes, preferably near forests, and have shade in summer. This explains the relatively high prices charged for the root. Ginseng is usually processed into medicinal products. It is available as a powder, tea or, in higher and more effective doses, in capsules. Ginseng is used cosmetically in skin creams, oils and shampoos. There are also delicious recipes using fresh ginseng.

In addition to selenium, the ginseng root contains numerous other ingredients. However, the main effect of the root seems to be in the Ginsenosides In a ginseng study, scientists at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester attempted to prove the effectiveness of natural remedies, as they are increasingly being used, but their effects are largely unexplored scientifically. The results on ginsenosides suggest that Korean ginseng will remain a popular supportive remedy in the future.

The high-quality ginseng from MEDICOM TERRA® offers you 50 mg of ginseng extract with 80 percent ginsenoids per capsule. This corresponds to the active ingredient concentration of a good 1,500 mg of Asian ginseng root ( Panax ginseng ).