Ginseng Tea – The Benefits

The botanical name Panax is given to the perennial plant with a fleshy root known as ginseng, the root is used to create a tea which is said to have many healing and energy-giving properties. These benefits are down to the natural chemicals inside the plant called ‘ginsenosides’.

The time and place of its origin is not entirely clear but it has been in use for over 5000 years. The ancient Chinese called it ‘Ren Shen’ meaning ‘all heal’ and placed great faith in its ability to cure all ailments. Ginseng was considered so valuable that it was bartered for silk and even prized above gold. Supplies of wild Ginseng became exhausted and it inevitably became commercially cultivated, however the wild variety still maintained an extremely higher value than the cultivated variety.

The root can be used fresh or dried for later use; it can be bought whole, sliced, in powder form or even in tea bags. A ginseng plant is grown for about 6 years before it is harvested. It is available in a variety of forms across the world and still consumed for medicinal value.

The is ample scientific proof that ginseng tea has the natural ability reinforce the immune system, which can prevent colds, flu and some forms of cancer. Ginseng also has the ability to help lower cholesterol and blood sugar which can help those suffering from type 2 diabetes.

Consuming ginseng relaxes the muscles of the lungs and airway which can reduce the symptoms of asthma, constriction of the airways and the risk of lung diseases. Some studies have proven a link between the consumption of ginseng and an increase cognitive capacity; however this is not recognised as scientific research.

The tea not only helps prevent certain types of cancer but also reduces the side effects of chemotherapy and other cancer treatments. It has also been strongly proven to support any other cancer preventatives.

One of the most popular effects of ginseng is that on a man’s libido, it can combat problems such as erectile dysfunction. The components of ginseng act on the central nervous system and the gonadal tissues to effect and improve libido.

You won’t find Ginseng tea getting served with paper cup lids or biodegradable cups as there is a traditional brewing and serving process.