Ginseng: properties and benefits
In ancient China, its use was reserved only and exclusively to the emperor and the great feudal lords. However, centuries later (concretely from the XVIII century), in the West it was experimented with great success, knowing some of its most important benefits.
It has some very important active substances, called ginsenosides, in addition to others like Group B vitamins, essential oil, vitamin C and amino acids, to highlight some.
Not in vain, various investigations have confirmed that ginseng has an action both revitalizing as a tonic, which translates into an improvement of both intellectual and physical state, being recommended in young people and in elderly people.
He is able to decrease cholesterol level (including triglycerides), and blood sugar.
Benefits of ginseng more important
- Ideal for young people in study periods and seniors.
- Lowers high cholesterol and triglycerides.
- Useful in case of mental exhaustion when the person feels anxiety, depression or insomnia.
- It helps to raise low blood pressure (hypotension).
- Lowers high cholesterol and triglycerides.
- Decrease blood sugar level.
- It acts as a sexual stimulant.
- It stimulates the appetite.
Nutritional values of ginseng
- Substances called ginsenosides.
- Vitamins of group B, vitamin C, amino acids and essential oil.
Contraindications of ginseng
- It is not advisable for women to abuse the consumption of ginseng, due to its estrogen content.
- Not recommended in pregnant women or children.
- It is not recommended in people with hypertension because of its vasoconstrictor effect.
