Ginseng....it works for me (Boots Korean Ginseng Capsules)

Member Name: kappari

Product:	Boots Korean Ginseng Capsules
Date:	06/08/08 (177 review reads)
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Advantages: Can increase memory, energy levels, cognitive functions

Disadvantages: Should not be taken for longer than 3 months

I was first alerted to Ginseng many many years ago. Ginseng is a Chinese herb and one of the the most used in traditional medicine.

The claims for the benefits of ginseng are many and include reducing the effects of stress, improving performance, boosting energy levels, enhancing memory and stimulating the immune system.

It is widely used in Oriental medicine and claims have been made that it can cure pulmonary complaints, dissolve tumors and reduce the aging process. How true these claims are I am not in a position to say.

However, Ginseng does contain vitamins A, B6 and zinc. The main active ingredients of ginseng are ginsenosides. These are steroid-like ingredients that enable ginseng to balance and counter the effects of stress.

In China studies have revealed ginsenosides help to increase protein synthesis and the activity of neurotransmitters in the brain. In this way ginseng can also help to restore memory and enhance concentration and cognitive abilities.

Side effects of ginseng can include the inability to sleep, nausea, diarrhea, euphoria, headaches, epistaxis, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, mastalgia, and vaginal bleeding.

Boots Korean Ginseng contains 30 tablets and is suitable for adults and children over 12 years. The dosage is one tablet to be taken daily. It is recommended however that you do not take continually for more than 3 months. They have no colours, flavours and preservatives. You will need to seek medical advice before using it if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from allergies. You will also need to consult a doctor or pharmacist if you suffer from any medical condition such as diabetes, epilepsy or if you are taking any other medication.

Obviously, I can only speak from my personal experience of using this product. I have taken ginseng when under lots of pressure and in stressful times. The effect it had on me was very noticeable. You know what it is like when you are stressed and have lots of things to do/ think about etc...well ginseng helped me to 'clear my mind of clutter' and to really focus on the most important thing - one at a time ...... in fact it made me very 'chilled' out. (I did not suffer any noticeable side effects...apart from a feeling of euphoria which was quite nice!)

It may just be the placebo effect ...however, whenever i feel I need a boost or things are getting on top of me...I turn to the ginseng!

Summary: Ginseng has helped me to de- stress