Ginseng, Ginkgo Biloba, and Echinacea
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Do you always feel tired? Do you seem to always forget something? Are you one of those people who get sick a little more than other? Well, while there are many things that you can do about these problems, such as try a better diet and a little more exercise, there are also some natural remedies to help combat these things.
Not everyone is a fan of taking medication, and I'm one of those people. Therefore, I look for as many natural remedies to my problems that I can use in a safe and practical way. Now be careful. Not every 'natural' remedy is worth the money. And not everyone selling these products use the highest quality ingredients. Also, depending on what you use consult a doctor because some herbs can interact badly with other medications. Other than that, here are 3 herbs that may help you out a bit.
Part 1 - Ginseng
Ginseng is the most widely used herbal supplement on the market today. It wasn't always called Ginseng, though. In earlier times it went by the name, "man root." Why? Because the root resembled that of the shape of a man. This is part of the reason why even to this day many people believe in mystical and healing powers of Ginseng. The Ancient Chinese believed that when a plant resembled a human body part it would have a healing effect on that part of the body. So for instance, if a plant resembled a hand it would have the ability to heal the hands. Therefore since Ginseng resembles the entire body, it is thought that it can bring balance and well being to the whole body.
What's Does Ginseng Do?
Ginseng contains complex carbohydrates, is an anti-inflammatory, an anti-oxidant, and has anti-cancer elements. Notice today that many energy drinks contain Ginseng, which is because it is known for creating energy. Although this was brought to the forefront by the Chinese, Americans have a different plan for Ginseng. We mainly use it for mental lucidity and treating stress. This is because there has been a growing relationship between Ginseng and its ability to help strengthen an individual physically and mentally, along with aiding overall good balance. Oddly enough, with all of the research and studies that have been conducted on Ginseng the FDA has yet to endorse it. It is known that people who suffer from high blood pressure, heart disease, bleeding or clotting disorders, or diabetes should not use Ginseng unless they speak with their physician first.
While it was the Russians who actually made some of these discoveries, the Asians have discovered that Ginseng helps mental improvement, eliminates anemia, and helps prevent diabetes, neurosis, coughs, asthma, and TB. Further more, they found that it can be very beneficial to the liver, and helps reduce the effects of a hangover.
There has been more recent research on Ginseng than on any other herbal supplement ever. One concern is that when people purchase Ginseng at various stores it may have been over processed, thereby rendering it less effective. One way to make sure that you are purchasing authentic Ginseng is to purchase the Ginseng root.
It's true that Ginseng is most widely recognized as a medicinal herb, but it is also used quite frequently in teas and in cooking. Most people are aware of Ginseng tea, but many are not aware that Ginseng is sliced and put into soups and often boiled and mashed, added to stir fry dishes, and added to boiling water when making rice. It is much more common for cooking in Chinese, Korean, and Asian foods.
Ginseng is often used when cooking chicken and mushroom dishes. Many people use it in desserts for some added zing. Also, it is used in soups, salads, and even jellies. It seems that most people who enjoy the benefits of Ginseng for cooking are vegetarians but it might be becoming more popular since people are now learning the true benefits of this very popular herb.
So if you're not already using it, give it a try. But only after consulting your physican. Be creative and be consistent.
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