Research studies on ginseng

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    from the experimental report Ginseng has been found to be an "adaptogen", meaning it helps the body fight stress. and is a tonic for the whole body However, it was found that ginsenosite Some of them have an anti-inflammatory effect, such as Ginsenoside Rg, which increases blood pressure. and stimulate the central nervous system But ginsenoside Rb has the effect of lowering blood pressure. and depress the nervous system, etc.

Research studies have found that ginseng has many important properties that are beneficial to the body, including:

    1) Increase the working capacity of the body. Because ginseng has properties in anti-fatigue (antifatigue effect) from many common mechanisms such as increasing the absorption of oxygen by cell walls. Cells can therefore create energy more efficiently. In addition, ginseng helps regulate the heartbeat. To return to normal faster. The body gets tired more slowly. Have more tolerance for work This helps make the elderly have better physical performance. and help restore the patient's abilities during recovery to recover from illness faster. And this is the reason why it is believed that ginseng has properties that stimulate sexual performance. There are reports that ginseng also has the effect of expanding blood vessels.

    2) Anti-stress properties (antistress effect) by helping adjust the body and mind. to withstand external pressure by stimulating the secretion of hormones that have a protective effect and reduce stress from the pituitary gland and help alleviate anxiety.

    3) Stimulates the central nervous system resulting in a feeling of vitality animated without causing fatigue or fatigue follows Like other drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. It was found that saponins from ginseng when given in small doses It has a stimulating effect on the central nervous system. But when given in high doses, it has a sedative effect. Therefore, it should be eaten in moderation. Otherwise, it may have the opposite effect.

    4) Boosts the immune system It has a non-specific effect on the body's immune system. There are reports that it increases some white blood cells. thereby increasing the body's immunity against pathogens and the unknown.

    5) has the effect of lowering blood sugar levels It has the effect of stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin to control blood sugar levels to normal.

    6) Slow down aging because ginseng has the effect of destroying free radicals of oxygen caused by the destruction of fat (lipid oxidation). This free radical has the power to destroy various tissues to deteriorate prematurely. This is believed to result in "aging" due to the effect of ginseng on adjusting the body and mind to withstand stress. It is believed to help synergistically, making ginseng have "anti-aging" properties. The size used is 0.5-2 g/day (dried root) should be used in the recommended dosage. Because using too much would be wasted unnecessarily.

Posted by Dr.Sudarat Homhual
Group : Science/It
Source www.oknation.net/blog/Thai-Herbal