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SYBERISCHE GINSENG, Eleutherococcus senticosus |
| Parts used: Root and rhizomes |
| Constituents: Polysaccharides, eleutherosides, Salicylate 32 mcg. per mL |
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| Actions |
Indications |
Adaptogen
Stimulant
Anti-radiation |
Helps the body adapt to stress, by encouraging the adrenal glands
Enhance mental acuity and physical endurance
Improves the use of oxygen by the exercising muscle
Combat harmful toxins, ethanol, and chemotherapeutic agents
Reduces the side effects of radiation exposure
Stimulate T-cell production, especially helper cells
Enhances and supports the immune response, inhibits metastasis
HIV infection, chronic fatigue syndrome, autoimmune illnesses such as lupus,
Alzheimer's disease, ADD,
Common cold/sore throat, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Stress and fatigue
Lowers blood glucose, inhibits clotting |
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| Herbal extract,
15-55mL per week, take for 6-8 weeks, followed by a 2-week break |
| Energetics: Warm |
Surgical concerns: Lowers blood-sugar levels, increases risk of bleeding, interferes with
Warfarin (an anti-clotting drug)
Recommendations: Discontinue at least 7 days before surgery |
| Caution: Ginseng may cause insomnia, High blood pressure |
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