GINSENG BENEFITS

Viewers are reminded that ginseng is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women. Abuse or misuse of ginseng can cause serious side effects.
This video discusses the popular herb ginseng and its benefits. Viewers will learn the chemical compounds that give ginseng its efficacy, and will learn the different benefits, including neurologic and cardiovascular benefits reported by the multitude of studies that have been conducted to study this common health supplement. The effect of ginseng on weight control and serum lipids is reviewed and its effect on blood sugar and insulin sensitivity is discussed.