Ginseng Imperial Tonic
In recent years Western culture has become increasingly interested in aspects of Asian culture and medicine. North Americans and Europeans have been won over to the healing effects of the Ginseng Root, which has been accepted in Asia for centuries. It is being taken as a tonic to enhance vitality, to increase stamina and to build up resistance to the psychological and physical stresses of modern life.
The curative powers of Ginseng are said to be unique in the way they affect the whole body. This harmony, expressed as the Chinese philosophy of yin and yang, is held to be essential to a healthy body, and a peaceful spirit. There are three main types of Ginseng. The properties of each Ginseng are quite different and their uses are not always interchangeable.
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When on Ginseng therapy you should avoid drinking tea, eating turnips and avoid taking Iron supplements. When preparing foods and tonics with Ginseng you must avoid pots made of iron.
Research has even shown that Ginseng is effective in maintaining and even restoring the cells capacity to function and therefore may reduce a number of symptoms of old age. Ginseng root is rare and most highly regarded in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as precious herb. True Ginseng is costly, Wild Ginseng, more so. There are three principal kinds of true Ginseng. American, Chinese and Korean.
Western Medicine and Ginseng
Western medicine evaluates the effectiveness of Ginseng in a complementary way. The active ingredients in Ginseng are complex carbohydrates called saponins or ginsenosides. Individual ginsenosides appear to have separate effects. Whereas one particular ginsenoside stimulates the central nervous system, another may sedate the central nervous system. Other ginsenosides produce such effects as balancing metabolic processes, decreasing blood sugar, improving muscle tone, stimulating the endocrine system and maintaining proper hormone levels. Research has even shown that Ginseng is effective in maintaining and even restoring the cell's capacity to function and therefore may reduce a number of symptoms of old age. Ginseng root is rare and most highly regarded in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as precious herb. True Ginseng is costly, Wild Ginseng, more so...
Ginseng is a perennial herb normally growing 60-80 cm. in height. The root is fleshy and aromatic. The stem of the plant is erect, simple, rarely branches, has deep red leaves and has a fruit that is a small berry, again normally red in color. Today Ginseng is widely grown in northeastern China, Taiwan, North Korea, and the USA. The part of the Ginseng most widely used is the root, which is grayish white to amber yellow in color, with a wrinkled and furrowed surface. The taste is sweetish at first, with a bitter after taste.
Korean Ginseng is the most fiery or "hot", Chinese Ginseng is less fiery but still "hot" or "heaty", while American Ginseng is believed to have relaxing or "cooling" properties. All Ginseng's' strengthen and improve endurance.
Tienchi or Pseudo-ginseng sometimes referred to as "Siberian" or "Asian" Ginseng is not a true Ginseng, but a closely related plant with other beneficial properties than the true Ginseng's. Tienchi is said to be effective for some heart conditions and general pain relief.
Ginseng Combinations
Ginseng may be used by itself, in combination with other precious herbs including, Cordyceps and Wild American Ginseng, Chinese Ginseng -Royal Jelly Tonic and Deer Antler and Chinese Ginseng Tonic - a powerful anti-inflammatory for people experiencing fatigue. Ginseng also play a major part in many Chinese patent Medicines including Tien Wang Pu Hsin Tan - a famous combination often refereed to as "the King of Heaven Pills".
Friday, May 30, 2008
Ginseng in Chinese Medicine
Korean Ginseng in Chinese Medicine
Korean Ginseng
In Traditional Chinese Medicine Korean Ginseng is believed to have the strongest stimulating properties of all the Ginseng's. Korean Ginseng promotes blood circulation, tonifies Qi, thereby increasing immune function and invigorating the body. It strengthens the lungs and spleen, increases nutritive fluids, settles the mind, restores energy, sustains mental alertness, and improves the appetite and digestion.
It can be effective in helping the elderly or convalescents regain lost energy and build up physical strength after or during a serious illness. It is widely used in Asia and the West by people as HIV and AIDS, Cancer and other serious conditions. Women who have suffered heavy blood loss after childbirth can also benefit from Korean Ginseng. People prone to shortness of breath, irritability and over-perspiration may also find it useful.
Because of its ability to energize the body Korean Ginseng can also play an important part of an overall weigh reduction program.
Background
Genuine Korean Ginseng is scarce because of the time-consuming and expensive method of cultivation required for production. After harvesting the Ginseng, the land used for cultivation should be left to rejuvenate for 10 years. As Korean Ginseng should be harvested after 7 years growth, it takes 17 years to get produce one batch of Korean Ginseng from one plot of land. Due to lack of farmland and manpower, fewer people are involved in Ginseng cultivation in Korea these days. It is believed that he older the Ginseng root, the stronger the texture, the better the quality, and the more effective its properties. Korean Ginseng is sweet and slightly bitter in taste.
The best Korean Ginseng is considered to be from Jiang Yuan Dao in Korea. Care has to be taken when purchasing Korean Ginseng as imitations have been found in the modern market. Some Ginseng's that claim to be Korean are in fact Japanese Hongshen - a different root. While Hongshen resembles Korean Ginseng in some respects, their properties are different, and the efficacy of Hongshen marginal when compared to the genuine product. Accept no substitutes if you choose to use this supplement try our Korean Ginseng, it's a quality product that is easy to use and prepare.
Directions
As a tonic mix one packet of Korean Ginseng with 6 oz of hot water. Take at breakfast time. Can also be served iced or with lemon or honey. Remember - Korean Ginseng is the "heatiest" of the Ginseng and care should be taken when using this product. Excessive use of Korean Ginseng has been known to lead to irritability and occasionally depression. One or two serving a day is the maximum suggested intake. Your health care practitioner can advise you.
It Is Important For You To Know...
It is important not to use "black" or "green" teas or take iron supplements, or cook or use iron implements, when taking Chinese or Korean Ginseng. Herbal infusions sometimes commonly described as "teas" such as Gingko Tea and Camomile and Mint Teas are OK and may be useful part of an overall program. Your health practitioner can advise you.
This above information is translated from the statements provided by the manufacturer and has not been evaluated by the FDA. Remember that you should always see your health practitioner to diagnose and prescribe treatment for any medical condition.
Chinese Ginseng in Chinese Medicine
Chinese Ginseng is well known in Tradition Chinese Medicine (TCM) for its exceptional revitalizing properties. Chinese Ginseng can improve digestion, calm the mind, sustain alertness and restore strength and energy levels after an illness. Chinese Ginseng is becoming very popular in the West and has gained wide acceptance as an effective supplement and complimentary program in many situations. Ginseng is part of a program of supplements used by both the Russian and NASA space crews.
Chinese Ginseng is thought to be effective for treating serious exhaustion or fatigue, anemia, heart weakness, impotence and women's menstrual problems that result from a lack of Qi of "life energy" and blood in Traditional Chinese medicine.
Taken regularly, Chinese Ginseng keeps the body in good health and is believed in Traditional Chinese Medicine to promote resistance to infections and other diseases, physical strength and longevity. Chinese Ginseng also tonifies the lungs and spleen, promotes the secretion of body fluids and relieves mental stress. The full benefits of Ginseng therapy should become apparent after two to three month of a daily program.
Details and Background
The most valuable Chinese Ginseng is the wild type that thrives in the remote mountains and dense forests in the Northeast China, notably those from the Chang Bai Mountains and Ji Lin Province. Others growth of this famous root are also useful and mire economical.
These places have the optimum amount of moisture, temperature and a unique soil quality for the Ginseng's optimum growth. The efficacy of Chinese Ginseng is thought to improve with age, and the older the root, the more efficacious its effect. It is quite common in Asia for those who can afford to obtain it to buy a 300 - 500-year-old root costing several thousand dollars. In some parts of Asia individuals have been known to spend over $US50, 000 for one root weighing less than 500 grams. The older roots are considered to encourage longevity.
Chinese Ginseng was an Imperial Herb, and as such their use was limited to the Emperor and his chosen connections. Other people found in possession of Wild Ginseng without permission were severely punished, and some were even executed. This was because, Wild Ginseng was one of a handful of herbs, including Lingzhi that was thought to have the ability able to reawaken and use an ancestors primal energy, (yuan chi), an inherited energy source from previous generations.
TCM offers several products that include Chinese Ginseng. Chinese Ginseng with Royal Jelly is available as a Special Offer at a deeply discounted price on regular basis. Chinese Ginseng with Deer Antler Ginseng is a rare and famous anti-inflammatory product, that is believed to be especially useful for Rheumatism and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME). Royal Jelly with Ginseng Tablets and other Patent Chinese Medicines including Wei Zhi Bao, and Tien and Wang Pu Hsin Tan, or "King of Heaven Pills" also contain varying amount of this valuable root.
It Is Important For You To Know.
It is important not to use "black" or "green" teas or take iron supplements, or cook or use iron implements, when taking Chinese or Korean Ginseng. Herbal infusions sometimes commonly described as "teas" such as Gingko Tea and Chamomile and Mint Teas are OK and may be useful part of an overall program. Your health practitioner can advise you.
Remember that you should always see a health practitioner to diagnose and prescribe a treatment program for any serious lines or medical condition.
american ginseng in chinese medicine
American Ginseng
American Ginseng Is a type of Ginseng originally found in North America. China is currently one the worlds largest exporter of American Ginseng products. Compared with Asian Ginseng's, American Ginseng is appreciated In Traditional Chines Medicine (TCM) for its "cooling" or calming - yet revitalizing properties. American Ginseng is also thought to be effective in promoting the secretion of body fluids. American Ginseng is an ideal supplement for those seeking a calming and restorative long term supplement.
TCM Alternatives offers four American Ginseng products: American Ginseng Tea, American Ginseng Royal Tonic, American Ginseng Capsules, and American Ginseng with Tienchi.
A Busy Life..
Those who lead a busy life, especially those doing a lot of mental work, should use American Ginseng on a regular basis to harmonize the body and maintain good health.
It is especially helpful for, urban dwellers. People who smoker, or who are prone to fatigue or irritability may also find this product useful. It is good for chronic coughs because of its soothing effect on lungs. American Ginseng has also been used with success in Traditional Chinese Medicine in some cases of helping people with the effects of detoxifying from the effects substance abuse.
Background
In modern China, American Ginseng is frequently called ‘‘Green Gold"' due to its therapeutic value. Like all Ginseng's, those growing wild are the best, and the most expensive. American Ginseng reduces "heatiness", quenches thirst and restores energy levels and has a calming or "cooling" effect on the systems of the body. TCM Alternatives offer both cultivated and wild American Ginseng products.
A potent mixture of American Ginseng and Tienchi, a formula that uniquely combines the renowned pain relieving qualities of Tienchi with the soothing effect of American Ginseng. An elegant combination. Click here...
American Ginseng in TCM
American Ginseng is considered a yin tonic, whereas the Asian Ginseng's are Qi or stimulating tonics. Alternate Pin Yin names (the western alphabet for Mandarin) for American Ginseng include Si Yangshen and Paoshen.
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