What is the effect of ginseng root?

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Ginseng root or ground ginseng is a herbaceous, wild and tuberous plant. Currently, ground ginseng is being loved and sought by many people, because of the great uses it brings to health. So what is the effect of ground ginseng?

1. What is ground ginseng? Characteristics of ground ginseng

Ground ginseng is a soft-bodied, smooth-skinned plant known to originate in the Xinjiang region of China. In our country, ginseng root is often grown in mountainous areas where the climate is tropical. In addition to the name ginseng or ground ginseng, they are also known as ginseng, yacon, Hoang Sin Co and earth treasure. The inside of the ginseng root is clear white or light yellow in color and has an aroma very similar to that of ginseng.
Ginseng root has a sweet, cool and watery taste. In ginseng root contains many nutrients such as iron, protein, pectin, calcium, protein, saponin, polysaccharides, fructooligosaccharides, fatty acids, vitamins A, C and many other minerals. These are all nutrients that are beneficial, good for health and necessary for the body.

2. What is the effect of ginseng root?

Ginseng root is a food containing many nutritional values, so its use is very good for health. The effects must be mentioned such as:
Effective weight loss support Ground ginseng root is proven to promote weight loss. Eating ground ginseng helps you feel fuller for longer, thereby helping to consume less food and increase bowel movements, speeding up the process of excretion from the body. Because ginseng root does not contain starch and has very low calories, ground ginseng is a healthy weight loss food for women.
Improves for people with diabetes In ground ginseng contains fructooligosaccharides, which help the body limit the absorption of simple sugars, fight hyperglycemia, reduce sugar in the liver and enhance insulin action in the body. Therefore, ground ginseng should be the choice for people with diabetes.
Enhances heart health According to many studies, the fructooligosaccharides in ground ginseng can be converted into stored carbohydrates and polyphenols. These are all substances that help reduce sodium in the blood, overcome hypoglycemia, and are anti-oxidants. Thanks to this, the health of the heart is always in a stable state.

Control cholesterol in the blood In ginseng root contains ingredients that help regulate cholesterol in the blood. Therefore, eating ground ginseng also helps to reduce the lipid content in the body and prevent the accumulation of bad cholesterol (LDL). Helps reduce the risk of heart disease.
Cancer prevention In ground ginseng root has a high content of antioxidants, typically pectin. This substance inhibits the growth of cancer cells. In addition, the vitamins in ginseng root also contribute to a very good anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effect.

Reduce stress, fatigue Source of vitamins A, C and minerals in ground ginseng helps the body's recovery process take place faster. Thereby, helping to reduce stress and depression in the body.
In addition, the adaptogenic component in ginseng also makes the body to adapt to fatigue caused by overwork, reducing the feeling of fatigue. Eating ground ginseng regularly helps to provide an energy source that makes the body healthy and strengthens the resistance.
Improve the digestive system Ground ginseng contains fructooligosaccharides, which are substances that help stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the body, fight harmful bacteria, and protect the digestive system. Thereby, helping to absorb nutrients better. In addition, the content of soluble fiber in ginseng root also works to prevent diseases related to the digestive system such as bloating, constipation, colon cancer and stomach ulcers.

3. Notes when using ground ginseng

Although it is a nutritious food, it has many health benefits. However, besides that, if used improperly or used too often for a long time, it will lead to body poisoning. When poisoning ground ginseng root can appear symptoms such as: nausea, sweating, diarrhea, insomnia, irritability, urticaria, ...
So, for those who are sick Hepatitis, cholecystitis should not eat ginseng root because it can reduce appetite. For people with kidney dysfunction or gout who are being treated with drugs, they should not use ground ginseng root, because it will affect the effect of the treatment drug. As for people who are suffering from colon cancer, diabetes or obesity, do not abuse ground ginseng for their own use. Especially two young children and pregnant women do not use ground ginseng, because it has certain effects on their own health.
In general, ginseng root is a kind of food that supports the body and cannot replace medicine. The effects of ginseng root bring great to the body. But it should not be for that reason that the use of earth ginseng is excessive. For anyone who has a medical condition or is taking medication, consult a doctor before use. Should not be used indiscriminately, to avoid causing poisoning of ginseng roots.

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