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GINSENG ROOTS KIRIN RED GINSENG ROOTS - PANAX GINSENG Kirin Red Ginseng Roots #5 1 catty Botanical Name: Panax ginseng Origin: China
Size: 1 catty
Description: 1 catty (slightly more than 1 lb) of Kirin Red Ginseng Roots #5. The approximate length of these Ginseng roots are 2-4". Approximately 100 roots. The number is the quality and the lower the number the better the quality.
Warning: Contraindicated for hypertension. Authentic Kirin Ginseng from Jilin, China. Kirin Ginseng is also known as Jilin Ginseng because this is where the Kirin Ginseng originates.
Premium ginseng from China originates from 3 sources: Jilin Forest, Shih-Chu Valley and Chang Bai Shan Mountain (in no particular order).
These roots have a good aroma and rich red color.
TASTE: Ginseng has a mild, pleasant and slightly sweet taste.
For nearly 5000 years, ginseng roots have been prescribed in their natural form for best results. The best ginseng are sold as roots and slices rather than powder, capsules or extract. The most active constituents of ginseng are "ginsenosides". As many as 18- 30 ginsenosides are found within a ginseng root. For economic reasons, manufacturers have started to "standardize" ginseng. Only some of the many ginsenosides are extracted from the ginseng roots to make standardized ginseng preparations. This manufacturing process alters the natural ratio and spectrum of the naturally occuring ginsenosides. By taking ginseng in root form, you are certain to be getting the full ginseng benefits. Ginseng is a very slow growing root which requires a special organic soil and climate conditions grow. Ginseng requires at least 7 years to reach maturity. Quality of the roots are determined by several factors : age, place of origin, size ( length AND girth), the crown/head, amount of rootlets or nodes and skin appearance.
MEDICAL USES:
"Panax" is Greek for "cure- all". This alone tells you a lot about this herb: no single herb can be considered a panacea but ginseng comes close to it. Historically used for Anti-aging, diabetes, anemia, cancer, depression, insomnia, hormonal imbalances, menopause, impotence, shock, fatigue, hypertension, effects of radiation, detoxifys effects of morphine and cocaine use, environmental, physical and mental stress, and chronic illness.
Ginseng is adaptogen, promotes stamina, increases life expectancy, relaxes the nervous system, improves mental awareness, restores and enhances sexual functions, improves lipid levels, lowers cholesterol, improves nerve growth, and increases resistance to disease. Ginseng is an antioxidant and autoimmune enhancer with anti-cancer properties.
Ginseng is considered to have "energizing" properties but has NOT been shown to be addictive or cause insomnia or be overly stimulating the way that caffeine and drugs do.
TRADITIONAL USAGE:
Ginseng is highly regarded as a traditional 'Qi ' tonic by the Asians. Qi means energy/life force.
"Ginseng is nourishing to the five internal organs, it is sweet in taste, it contains no toxicity, it calms and stabilizes the spirit, eliminates palpitations, prevents fright and stops terror, removes evil Qi (pathogenic factors), clarifies vision, opens the heart, brightens the mind, strengthens the memory, benefits wisdom and long-term administration of Ginseng will lighten the body and prolong lifespan." -Spirit Farmers Almanac, 4000 BC
If you want healthful nutritional support to increase your energy and stamina, try ourGinseng! Desert Botanicals offers you an assortment of high quality ginseng roots and powders, including American, Chinese and Korean varieties. Ginseng was one of the earliest marketable herbs to be harvested in this country, and is prized in the Orient for its purported curative properties. Ginseng root is reputed to have a number of desired qualities, which include increasing energy and stamina, protecting against stress, enhancing strength and even promoting relaxation.
Chinese Ginseng (Panax ginseng), Red and White, is widely used to strengthen the immune system, increase strength and vigor, revitalize, and aid recovery from weakness after illness. Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is considered to be the most yang-stimulating variety, reputedly increasing energy and stamina, and is traditionally used as a tonic herb by those who need an energy boost or face stress in their lives. High-grade six-year-old whole roots are used for both Chinese and Korean Ginseng for their desired effectiveness.
American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolium) is characterized as yin, which is cooling, soothing and restoring. Thus, it is traditionally believed to be ideal for the yang-excessive - those who are constitutionally hot: the active, agitated, and stressed - and for physical and emotional stress. High-grade four-year-old, or 8-year organic whole roots are used for their desired effectiveness.
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