The Chinese word"Ginseng"means something like "human root". And not without reason: The ginseng root really does look a bit like a little man. The unusual shape of thePanax Ginseng, its botanical name, has always fascinated people. Even more astonishing than its form is its effect: Ginseng is one of the most important medicinal herbs in thetraditional Chinese medicine (TCM)one of the oldest remedies. For more than5000 yearstheir strengthening properties are used for the benefit of humans. InPharmacopoeia of the Chinese EmperorsGinseng is onfirst placeAccording to Chinese medicine, the root should be taken daily from the age of thirty onwards to maintain vitality.
Ginseng – for vitality, strength and concentration
ginsengis a so-calledAdaptogens.A remedy that allows the body to better adapt to the current needs byall body functions in harmonyThis can, for example, lead to better adaptation toStressful situationsThe substances contained in the rootGinsenosidestrengthen the body and activate itsResistance and regenerative abilityThey promote physical andmental capacityand canStates of exhaustionThe special combination of the different ginsenosides keeps free radicals in check and theCell renewalThese properties also give ginseng the name "anti-aging root".
Panax Ginseng - the gold standard among roots
The ginseng plant must have at least four, preferablysix yearsgrow to theparticularly valuable ingredientsto form. The KoreanPanax Ginsengachieves the best results. Korean ginseng is native to the mountain forests of East Asia. Its cultivation is not easy, because ginseng requires special care. The beds should be planted as close tonorthern mountain slopesand preferably be located near forests and have shade in summer. This explains the relativelyhigh pricesrequired for the root.
