What is in the American Ginseng?

There are potent chemicals that are within the root of the plant. Within this root are polysaccharide glycans and ginsenosides which when discussed has been the more active in this plant. They are special nutrients that give an energy boost.

It cannot be used for medicinal purposes until the plant is atleast six years old. When looking at the wrinkles around the neck you can calculate its age. Due to demand of the American Ginseng it has been endangers in the wild and has been surprisingly expensive because of the rarity.

Most of the studies that have been performed to date has been with the Asian Ginseng. Although the studies that have been performed on the American Ginseng show that it has the capability of boosting your immune system. It can also function as an antioxidant and may be used as a tonic for relaxation.

Here is a quote from the Journal of Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants.

"[American] Ginseng is traditionally reputed to regularize bodily functions and relieve many ailments resulting from physiological stress. Beneficial effects are thought to be due to a non-specific influence on production and use of regulatory hormones. As an 'adaptogen', ginseng exhibits anti-fatigue, anti-stress, and anti-aging activity, as well as general improvement of mental and physical performance, 'recognized in therapeutic claims permitted by a plethora of international regulatory constituencies."