The Amazing Health Benefits of Ginseng

I think we can all agree that prime-time television advertisements can be super misleading, especially when it comes to discovering the newest vitamins! “Buy this new physician-approved synthetic vitamin to have complete protection from cold and flu season!”—not exactly! Yet many eventually end up falling for such empty promises at some point. I always encourage folks that desire the most recent holistic research to check in with their local health food stores. There, one can find employees educated and knowledgeable enough to recommend the right product options based upon one’s individual health and wellness needs.

At Garner’s Natural Life, we have discovered through modern innovative holistic medicine research that some herbal remedies are far more capable and effective than originally thought. For example, ginseng! The first health benefit that comes to mind is energy, right? Herbalists have used ginseng as an energy booster for hundreds of years. That said, recent research has revealed that the various types of ginseng are capable of more than just putting some pep in your step! In particular, Korean red ginseng is an adaptogen (meaning a natural substance known to aid the body’s response to cortisol). It can help one’s body to achieve homeostasis. Chronic fatigue, stress, anxiety, non-restorative sleep, and high cholesterol are all symptoms and indicators that suggest the potential use of an adaptogen, such as ginseng. In addition to helping to mitigate stress, Korean red ginseng has several other health benefits, such as viral defense (including the stubborn influenza type A), libido and stamina support, anti-inflammatory protection, neurotransmitter support, help with cardiovascular health, diabetic control, and aid with seasonal allergies.

Personally, I don't know of anyone that wouldn’t benefit from a gentle adrenal rehabilitation! The long list includes coffee drinkers, high-powered professionals, parents and caretakers, and menopausal women. The concept of consuming a natural gift from Earth that can help balance hormones, prevent illness, and induce energy and happiness seems hard to imagine.

There are many factors to consider regarding the use of ginseng, such as whether it is soil or hydroponically grown and what form it is in—powder, extract, tincture, pill or chewable. I like to recommend a reputable brand that manufactures Korean red ginseng in a very specific way. Terry Naturally, by EuroPharma, offers an ultra-clean ginseng product that is produced for maximum absorbency. Unfortunately, it is very common for people to develop intestinal plaque, which can lead to myriad uncomfortable digestive issues. It is also beneficial to detox regularly to improve nutrient absorption.

Fortunately, cutting-edge scientists today are finding ways to process plants into medicines that promote maximum absorption. Terry Naturally begins with hydroponically grown Korean red ginseng—unexposed to pesticides. Ginseng whole root extraction makes use of the entire ginseng root. Terry Naturally's extraction method worked extremely well in clinical studies, producing noble ginsenosides seven times stronger than usual. The outcomes provided a substantial amount of positive data. Clinical participants reported the following: 72 percent stamina increase, 67 percent overall energy increase, 48 percent cognitive performance improvement, and 46 percent sleep improvement. Terry Naturally produces ginseng in either capsule or chewable form. Try one today!

Garner’s Natural Life has two Midlands locations: 4840 Forest Dr., in Columbia (in Trenholm Plaza, next to Starbucks), and 5166 Sunset Blvd., Ste. C, in Lexington. For more information, call 803-454-7700 (Columbia) or 803-973-3001 (Lexington). Also visit GarnersNaturalLife.com.