American ginseng is a perennial herb from North America, which is clearly distinguished from Asian ginseng, the stem of American ginseng is about 30-50 cm high, has 5-7 pinnate leaves, the flowers are yellow-green, and the fruits are red berries.
American ginseng contains a variety of active ingredients needed by the human body, such as saponins, flavonoids, polysaccharides, trace elements, etc., the most representative of which is saponins, which have antioxidant, immune enhancement, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular protection and other effects, is believed to enhance the body's immunity, relieve fatigue, improve energy and concentration, and help regulate blood sugar, blood lipids and other physiological indicators.
American ginseng is widely used and can be made into oral nutritional supplements, health supplements, medicines, etc., and is also a very popular cooking ingredient.
Common ways to eat it include stewed soups, boiled porridge, stir-fried dishes, and making drinks, especially in North America, American ginseng chicken soup and goulash soup are highly regarded as excellent products for warming the body and preventing colds.
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What are the functions of American ginseng?
Immune regulation: The saponins of American ginseng can regulate the immune system, strengthen the body's immunity, and prevent infections and diseases.
Antioxidants: Ingredients such as saponins and flavonoids have antioxidant effects that can remove free radicals from the body and protect cell health.
Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular protection: Saponins and flavonoids have the effect of protecting cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health, helping to lower blood pressure, improve blood lipids, and prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Anti-fatigue: The polysaccharide components of American ginseng can improve the body's endurance, relieve fatigue, and increase energy and concentration.
Nutritional supplement: American ginseng contains a variety of essential nutrients, such as protein, sugar, vitamins, etc., which can supplement the nutrients needed by the human body and promote good health.
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Although American ginseng is good, do not eat it casually, you should pay attention to its contraindications
Contraindicated in pregnant women: American ginseng is not recommended for pregnant women because it has a certain stimulatory effect and may cause uterine contractions.
People with high blood pressure: American ginseng has a certain blood pressure lowering effect, so if the blood pressure is already low, people will have excessive blood pressure lowering after taking American ginseng, resulting in adverse reactions such as fainting.
People with infectious diseases: American ginseng may stimulate the immune system, so taking American ginseng during the onset of certain infectious diseases such as hepatitis, HIV, etc. may worsen the condition.
People with sleep disorders: American ginseng has a stimulating effect, and if taken at night, it may aggravate sleep problems.
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What are the "golden partners" of American ginseng? Use to soak in water and drink to help good health
Ginseng: The combination of American ginseng and ginseng is known as "double ginseng soup" and is said to enhance physical strength, boost immunity, improve memory, and boost digestion.
Goji berries: The combination of American ginseng and goji berries is a commonly used tonic that is said to improve eye health, boost immunity, and boost physical strength.
Rose petals: The combination of American ginseng and rose petals is used to treat problems such as indigestion, stomach upset, and psychological tension.
Schisandra: A combination of American ginseng and Schizandra is used to treat asthma, lung inflammation, and other respiratory problems.
Vitamin C: The combination of American ginseng and vitamin C can strengthen immunity and promote the body's resistance.
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Can you eat American ginseng every day?
Under normal circumstances, American ginseng can be eaten every day, American ginseng is a nutrient-rich Chinese herbal medicine with high medicinal value, and is believed to have the effect of improving immunity, enhancing physical strength, and improving nervous system function.
American ginseng can be consumed for a long time as a health supplement or medicine, but it should also be in moderation and should not be consumed in excess, although American ginseng is a natural herb, it may also cause allergies or side effects, so it is best to consult a doctor or Chinese medicine practitioner before using it.
Interactions between Western ginseng and certain drugs, such as anticoagulants, antiplatelet drugs, antihypertensive drugs, etc., may cause adverse reactions or affect the efficacy of drugs.
American ginseng can be used as a long-term consumption of health supplements, but also to control the moderate amount, it is recommended not to exceed 10 grams per day, American ginseng is a good herb for the body, in the daily diet or health care can be used appropriately.