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Siberian ginseng
Eleutherococcus senticosus (sometimes referred to as Acanthopanax senticosus)
Overview
Like its namesake Korean ginseng, Siberian ginseng is highly regarded as an adaptogen – a herbal remedy that improves physical and mental performance under conditions of STRESS and pressure.
Usage
Siberian ginseng enhances the body's ability to cope with STRESS, improves energy levels, and stimulates IMMUNITY and resistance to infection.
It is applicable to a wide range of STRESSful circumstances and also helps the mind and body to perform at peak levels. In Russia, for example, Siberian ginseng has been used to help astronauts cope with the demands of space travel, and to help Olympic athletes compete at their best.
Siberian ginseng can be taken to relieve ANXIETY and mild DEPRESSION, especially when FATIGUE is also present. It can also be used to aid the management of conditions that are caused or aggravated by STRESS, including erectile dysfunction and concentration problems.
Siberian ginseng can be taken alone, but also works well in combination with other herbs. For example, it may be combined with Korean ginseng, withania, Gotu kola, Licorice and Rhodiola to address severe STRESS and exhaustion.
When improved mental alertness and concentration are required, a combination of Siberian ginseng, Brahmi, Ginkgo and Lemon balm may be more appropriate.
Siberian ginseng is also sometimes incorporated into a multi-herbal tonic that works synergistically to support the functioning of all the body organs. Other herbs that are typically included in a blend like this include remedies for the digestive system (e.g. Globe artichoke and Ginger), immune system (astragalus and echinacea), cardiovascular system (ginkgo and hawthorn), and nervous system (oats and Gotu kola).
Instructions
- To support energy levels and enhance the body's ability to withstand STRESS, take up to 3 of Siberian ginseng per day, either alone or with other nervous system tonics such as Korean ginseng, withania, Gotu kola, Licorice and Rhodiola
- To support mental energy, memory, and concentration during times of STRESS, take up to 2g of Siberian ginseng per day, either alone, cognitive tonics such as Brahmi, Ginkgo, Withania and Lemon balm
- Alternatively, take a tonic providing 300mg of Siberian ginseng per day, along with other herbs that support the health and vitality of the whole body
Cautions
- Best avoided during acute phases of infections
- Siberian ginseng should not be relied on as the sole treatment for DEPRESSION; consult your healthcare professional for more information
- Consult your medical practitioner prior to taking herbs during pregnancy or breastfeeding
