Ginseng Leaf
Scientific Name
Panax folium
Classifications
Benefits
- May help the body adapt to stress
- Supports cognitive function and mental clarity
- May support immune system function
- May help with fatigue and enhance energy levels
- Supports physical performance and endurance
- Traditionally used for overall vitality and wellbeing
Specific Properties
- Contains different ginsenoside profile than roots
- Generally higher in certain ginsenosides like Rd
- More sustainable to harvest than roots
- Less traditionally used but gaining research interest
Safety Notes
Generally well-tolerated when used as directed. May cause insomnia, headaches, or digestive upset in some individuals, especially at higher doses. May interact with blood thinners, diabetes medications, stimulants, and immunosuppressants. Not recommended for use with hormone-sensitive conditions without medical guidance. American ginseng typically has milder effects than Asian varieties. Avoid use before surgery. Consult healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.
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About Ginseng
A perennial plant with fleshy roots that has been used for thousands of years in traditional Asian medicine as an adaptogen to help the body resist stressors of various kinds
Back to GinsengForms of Ginseng Leaf
Dried Ginseng Leaf
Dried leaves of the ginseng plant used for tea and traditional preparations
Ginseng Leaf Extract
Concentrated extract from ginseng leaves with standardized compounds