GINSENG

Ginseng may strengthen your immune system, helping your body fight off infections like colds or the flu.

“Ginseng root extract has been shown to have a strong antiviral activity,

One 2020 human study, albeit a small one, found that people who took two capsules of ginseng extract daily were nearly 50% less likely to catch cold or flu infections, compared with people who took a placebo.

And if you’re already sick, taking ginseng can still help — the same study found that ginseng extract shortened illness from an average of 13 days down to six.

Ginseng may help combat fatigue and keep your energy levels up — this is because it contains compounds called ginsenosides, which work in three important ways:

• Keeping your central nervous system in balance, so it doesn’t become overexcited and deplete your energy levels.
• Fighting inflammation in your body that can worsen fatigue.
• Balancing your levels of cortisol, a stress hormone that can affect your energy levels.

Ginseng has been shown to have a neuroprotective effect, which may help with cognitive decline and degenerative brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s

Ginseng may help improve glucose metabolism, which helps blood sugar control” and may help treat type 2 diabetes

WARNING

This is a complementary medicine and has not been evaluated by the Medicines Control Council. (MCC). It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any ailment. If you are on any chronic medication or diagnosed with a chronic condition, pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your healthcare practitioner before taking any supplement. Discontinue use immediately if any adverse reactions occur. Do not replace medication before consulting with your healthcare practitioner. Free of pesticides, preservatives and lactose. Use as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.